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HR Consultancy Service in London for Small Businesses & SMEs

We specialise in delivering tailored HR consultancy services in London and across the UK for small businesses and SMEs. Whether you need one-off HR support, ongoing consultancy by a dedicated expert, or guidance on a sensitive HR issue, we’re here to provide cost-effective solutions that align with your business goals, values and compliance requirements.

The Business Benefits of HR Consultancy

As a small business or SME, you might not have a dedicated HR team or the resources to manage all aspects of human resources in-house. That’s where our dedicated HR consultancy services come in. We offer expert guidance and hands-on HR support services to help you build and maintain a thriving workplace while focusing on your core business goals.


Our HR consultancy services are here to make a real difference for your business, delivering measurable benefits that support your success and growth.

Working with us means dedicated HR support that delivers consistency, personalised solutions and a trusted partnership – unlike big firms like Peninsula or Croner that shuffle you between advisors and offer generic, one-size-fits-all advice.

Flexible HR Consulting Solutions Designed for Your Business

We understand that no two businesses are the same. That’s why our HR consultancy services are flexible, scalable and designed to meet your unique needs. Whether you need ongoing HR support or assistance with a specific project, we’ll work with you to deliver the best solutions for your business.

Whether you need help with policies, compliance, recruitment, or employee engagement, we’re here to support your business. Our HR consultancy services are designed to empower small businesses and SMEs with practical, people-focused solutions that drive results.

Tailored HR Consultancy Services for Start-Ups, Scale-Ups and Established Businesses

We offer a wide range of HR consultancy services designed to meet the unique needs of your business. Whether you’re a start-up, scale-up, or established business, we provide flexible HR consultancy support tailored to your requirements.

HR Policies and Contracts

  • Review and update existing HR policies to reflect current UK employment law and best practices.

  • Develop bespoke policies tailored to your business’s needs, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I).

  • Draft compliant employment contracts, handbooks and templates for new hires.

  • Conduct audits to ensure your policies remain legally sound and reflect changes in the regulatory landscape.

  • Incorporate future-ready policies that address remote work, hybrid models and digital collaboration.

Employment Law Advice

  • Provide clear, practical advice on handling complex employment law matters.

  • Support with disciplinary actions, grievances, dismissals and redundancy processes.

  • Keep you informed of legislative updates to ensure ongoing compliance.

  • Offer in-depth workshops on how to implement new legal requirements within your business.

  • Ensure proactive compliance to mitigate risks related to new and upcoming legislation.

Workplace Investigations

  • Conduct impartial investigations into grievances, misconduct and disciplinary issues.

  • Provide detailed reports with actionable recommendations for resolution.

  • Ensure fair and consistent application of your internal policies.

  • Help businesses establish protocols to handle investigations more efficiently.

  • Offer mediation services to resolve conflicts and maintain workplace harmony.

Recruitment Support

  • Assist with job descriptions, candidate sourcing and shortlisting.

  • Advise on effective interview techniques and selection processes.

  • Develop recruitment strategies to attract and retain top talent.

  • Create comprehensive onboarding programmes to integrate new hires seamlessly.

  • Introduce tools to measure the effectiveness of your recruitment process.

  • Align recruitment efforts with employer branding to attract the right candidates.

Performance Management

  • Create frameworks for appraisals, goal setting and employee development.

  • Introduce tools to track and measure performance effectively.

  • Train managers to provide constructive feedback and support employee growth.

  • Enhance skills development for leadership and team growth.

  • Use data-driven insights to adjust performance strategies and improve outcomes.

  • Develop customised performance improvement plans for underperforming teams.

Change Management

  • Guide your business through restructuring, mergers, or acquisitions.

  • Develop communication strategies to ensure employee engagement during transitions.

  • Mitigate resistance and foster a culture of adaptability.

  • Provide post-change support to help employees adjust and thrive.

  • Create roadmaps for leadership to navigate change effectively.

Redundancy & Restructuring Support 

  • Provide guidance on planning and implementing redundancy processes.

  • Ensure compliance with UK legislation and fair treatment of employees.

  • Assist with consultations, redundancy calculations and communication strategies.

  • Minimise disruption to operations while maintaining employee trust.

  • Address emotional impacts through tailored outplacement support.

TUPE Transfers

  • Guide you on the transfer of employees during mergers, acquisitions, or outsourcing.

  • Ensure compliance with Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE).

  • Provide support for consultation processes to minimise disruption.

  • Offer workshops to help managers and employees understand their rights during TUPE transitions.

  • Develop tailored action plans for seamless integration.

Employee Engagement & Wellbeing

  • Develop strategies to improve employee morale and satisfaction.

  • Introduce wellbeing programmes that enhance work-life balance.

  • Use pulse surveys, diagnostics and feedback tools to gather actionable insights.

  • Establish initiatives that address mental health and long-term resilience in the workplace.

  • Foster a culture of open communication and mutual support.

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB)

  • Design and implement programmes to promote an inclusive workplace culture.

  • Provide training on unconscious bias, inclusive leadership and EDIB best practices.

  • Monitor and evaluate the impact of your EDIB initiatives for continuous improvement.

  • Help companies achieve industry-recognised certifications for diversity and inclusion efforts.

  • Collaborate with leadership to embed inclusion into business strategy.

Cloud HR Software

  • Evaluate existing systems to identify and resolve inefficiencies.

  • Assist with implementing time-saving Breathe HR cloud software that streamlines processes and is tailored to your needs. Get an exclusive 10% discount on all official Breathe HR Pricing including any optional add-ons – for the life of your subscription with us! 

  • Train your workforce on using the software effectively.

  • Ensure data security and GDPR compliance throughout the process.

Leadership & Management Development

  • Provide coaching and training for managers to improve leadership skills.

  • Offer HR Management Training on topics such as Employment Law, Appraisals, Onboarding, Probation.

  • Offer Team & Leadership Training on topics such as Human Behaviour, Mindset, Resilience, Coaching Culture, Employment Law for Managers, EDIB for Managers.

  • Develop customised leadership development plans to support your business goals.

  • Equip leaders with tools to enhance communication and knowledge-sharing.

  • Foster adaptive leadership to navigate the challenges of a rapidly evolving workplace.

  • Build leadership pipelines to ensure business continuity.

We understand the challenges of managing people while navigating complex employment laws, creating a positive workplace culture and supporting business growth. Our expertise lies in providing practical, cost-effective solutions that empower you to get the most out of your greatest asset – your people. 

Why Breen & Associates?

We provide award-winning, tailored HR consultancy services that help small businesses and SMEs succeed. With transparent pricing, dedicated expert support and innovative tools like discounted Breathe HR Software, it’s easy to see why businesses across the UK choose to work with us for practical, cost-effective HR solutions that drive growth and success.

Our Process: Simple, Clear and Effective

We take a collaborative approach to delivering HR consultancy services, working as an extension of your business to truly understand your needs. By fostering open communication and building trust, we create a partnership that focuses on aligning our expertise with your goals. This ensures that every recommendation, strategy and solution we provide is not only tailored to your unique challenges but also designed to drive lasting success for your business.

 

Here’s how we work with you:

1

Initial Consultation

We start by understanding your business, challenges and objectives. Together, we identify the HR support you need and create a customised plan.

2

Tailored Solutions

 Whether you need guidance on a single issue or ongoing HR support, we provide practical, effective solutions designed to deliver results.

3

Implementation and Support

We help you put strategies into action, providing hands-on HR support services every step of the way. Our HR consultants ensure a smooth, stress-free process.

4

Continuous Improvement

After implementation, we evaluate outcomes and provide recommendations for ongoing improvements to ensure long-term success.

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