The HR Dept and in particular Nick have really helped us navigate the complexities of employment law as a small business, ensuring that we are completely up to date with current legislation. I would t... See more
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We had always dealt with HR issues within our small company, which meant spending vasts amount of time researching issues and documents online. Since joining the HR Dept we don't need to worry, we... See more
We've worked with Lee and his team at HR Dept South East Wales and really couldn't have asked for a friendlier, more knowledgeable and helpful team! Their services have been amazing, especially when... See more
Sally could not have been more helpful. We were in a difficult situation and she explained everything to us clearly and professionally, whilst also offering us unwavering support throughout the proces... See more
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Employment law is complex – coping on your own brings significant risk. You don’t want to break the law or face expensive HR tribunals but few businesses can afford a full time HR professional or HR department. The HR Dept is an outsourced HR provider with offices throughout the UK and Ireland. Each office provides small to medium sized business with practical and pragmatic HR advice to prevent their people problems.
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First Floor, 3 Brooks Office Park, Emersons Green, BS16 7FL, Bristol, United Kingdom
- 0345 208 1120
- info@hrdept.co.uk
- www.hrdept.co.uk
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Emma is always at the end of the phone…
Emma is always at the end of the phone or by email and is helpful and friendly. She's helped me out numerous times with employee problems. I couldn't recommend her enough.
This is a great service
This is a great service , we have learnt so much around employment law and the rights for our staff/ and ourselves as directors. This service is always available to answer any questions we may have. I would highly recommend using this service!!
We engaged Emma a few months ago and…
We engaged Emma a few months ago and have found the service to be invaluable. Great service, accessible and focused, available when most needed.
Very Good Service
The staff are always on hand, they're ever so helpful and any request we have is generally complete within a matter of hours.
HR Department are an integral part of…
HR Department are an integral part of our business. Their advice is solid, nothing is ever too much trouble and they have helped guide our HR proceedures to a really positive place. We couldn't function without them
I have been with HR Dept for several…
I have been with HR Dept for several years. The team are excellent totally takes away my stress and anxiety with any HR issues. They are at the end of the phone with any questions and have given me sound advice on many occasions resolving staffing issues saving me valuable time and money. I have a very good structure to my HR processes now making my life much easier. Would recommend to any business.
Excellent and responsive support
Excellent support provided on a range of HR issues. The team at the HR Department is responsive, listens carefully, demonstrates real understanding of individuals and the organisation, and provides valuable advice.

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HR Dept. Newbury are great!
I cannot thank HR Dept. Newbury enough for their professional assistance in bringing my business's employment policies/handbook and contracts up to date in a sensitive, yet firm (when needed) way.
The service Nick and the team gave us…
The service Nick and the team gave us during lockdown was faultless. They provided us with constant updates on employment law and furlough updates. We would highly recommend their services.
What an amazing support Rachel Kendall…
What an amazing support Rachel Kendall has been over the last 2 weeks. I've been on the phone and emailing Rachel every day. She's been responsive, professional but also very supportive.
She's a real credit to your business.
HR DEPT - VERY SATISFIED CUSTOMER
I have always found them to be very efficient as well as offering a friendly service - even when something 'urgent' crops up - there is always a speedy and helpful response from a member of the team.

Reply from The HR Dept
Highly Recommend!
Great service and always on hand to offer advice when you need it. Nick and the team have been a fantastic support for the business at it has grown over the last few years.
I have used Central Dorset and SW Wilts…
I have used Central Dorset and SW Wilts for 3 years and have found the service and advice outstanding. Would highly recommend. I have dealt with Nick, Clair and Fern and have always had a consistent experience.
Great company
Great company, very helpful, reliable and give top class service and advice
Advice and Guidance
I contacted Nick from Central Dorset & SW Wilts HR Dept for advice concerning my staff. I am a small business and having Nick on hand to guide me through the process of employing staff has proved invaluable. I highly recommend both him and his team Claire and Fern
Excellent
Excellent. The HR Dept have been extremely supportive helping to rewrite our contracts, staff handbook. The company has met with all our managers giving them advice. They also provided good advice when dealing with a difficult dismissal of a member of staff
I have found Maria and the team at HR…
I have found Maria and the team at HR Dept to be a fantastic support as I get up to speed in the new role. Maria is very attentive and also highly skilled and always seem to have time for me. She strikes a great balance between working on practical solutions and challenging me to provide great solutions and environments for our team.

Reply from The HR Dept
HR expertise at HR Dept
The team at HR Dept are always responsive and supportive and they are genuine experts in all things HR.
Highly recommend the whole team
Highly recommend the whole team, they are all so helpful and knowledgeable.
The team is great!
The team is great! Quick to respond to our organisation's needs and they have great ideas on how to support our team! Thanks from, Oxentia, Ltd.
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