OUTSOURCED HR SUPPORT

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ABOUT RETAINED HR SUPPORT

A retained HR support package from Clover HR means gaining the benefit of expert HR services without the hassle or expense of hiring in-house. With a Clover HR retainer, you can stay compliant and achieve your business goals with peace of mind.

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THE HR SUPPORT INCLUDED IN OUR RETAINED SERVICES

Outsourced HR Services

All the expertise and support of an in-house HR team, without the expense. Our outsourced HR support services cover everything from strategic HR planning to employee relations and compliance. We act as your dedicated HR department, helping you manage people effectively and remain efficient and legally compliant.

HR Documentation

Our team can take care of all HR essential documentation, from employment contracts to handbooks and policies, keeping you compliant. We ensure all HR documents are legally sound, communicated clearly and aligned with best practices to reduce risks and protect both your business and employees.

Performance Management

Our retained HR support will help you evaluate and improve employee performance through goal setting, continuous feedback and regular appraisals. We help you set clear goals and feedback systems to foster a culture of accountability and continuous development to enhance productivity and support overall business success.

Absence Management

A crucial retained HR service, absence management efficiency handles employee absenteeism with systematic tracking and compliance with policies and laws. With our support, you can maintain productivity, support employee wellbeing and minimise disruption, while ensuring compliance with absence-related employment laws.

Employee Wellbeing

Employee wellbeing refers to the physical, mental or emotional health of your team. Creating a positive work environment with mental health initiatives, stress management programmes and wellbeing policies help you establish a happy and productive workforce. A happy, healthy, engaged team leads to higher retention, improved morale and better business outcomes.

Business Acumen

Add another dimension to your retained HR support strategy with a commercially focused approach. We align HR processes with your business goals, ensuring policies, workforce planning and performance management contribute to long-term success. Our integrated HR with business strategy helps to drive profitability, efficiency and sustainable growth.

Clover Coaching

A Clover Coach is a qualified mentor who works with individuals such as business owners, managers and high-potential employees to help them gain self-awareness, clarify goals and achieve development objectives as well as unlock their potential, enhance leadership capabilities, improve decision-making, strategic thinking, communication skills and drive business success.

Employee Legislation

Employment laws and regulations are ever-changing and with our guidance, you can confidently navigate the complexities while protecting your business and supporting your employees. Clover’s retained HR support services provide expert advice on contracts, workplace policies, grievances and disputes, ensuring compliance and reducing legal risks.

Workplace Mediation

Conflict resolution resources are vital for any business or organisation. We provide workplace mediation as a proactive measure to avoid employee tribunals. These judgment-free discussions are designed for all parties to arrive at an understanding rather than assigning blame. We look to improve communication, understand different perspectives and work towards a fair compromise.

Organisational Change

Periods of transition can be difficult for any company. Without the right stability and infrastructure, management changes can lead to confusion, inefficiency and overall lack of productivity. The supportive consultants at Clover HR can help manage large-scale company changes. This way, your team can have the clarity, assurance and support needed to remain productive.

BENEFITS OF HR SUPPORT

Consistent Access to HR Experts

Access to HR consultants who can provide access to speciality advice to make confident decisions, resolve conflicts and manage people effectively.

Proactive HR Support

By taking a proactive approach to HR support, we can minimise conflicts and avoid potential disruptions to support smoother daily business operations.

Stay Legally Compliant

We help businesses stay compliant and up-to-date by reviewing policies, contracts and processes to ensure they align with current legislation. 

Supports Strategic Planning

Our team supports your goals by assessing future workforce needs, talent gaps and creating initiatives for recruitment and development to improve performance across all departments.

RETAINED HR SUPPORT SPECIALISTS

  • Looking To Assess Your Business’s HR Health?

    When was the last time you gave your business an HR health check? With the ever-changing scenery of employment legislation, having a regular check-in with an expert over your business’s HR support services helps to ensure you stay compliant. Our health check looks at recruitment, contracts of employment, pay and benefits, working time regulations and performance management to ensure your employees are productive, retention is high and overall business success.

  • Retained HR Packages to Suit Your Business

    We have several retained HR packages, each of which offers increasing levels of service and support. Our nurture package covers all the foundational aspects of HR with the Grow and Blossom packages giving more in-depth levels of support for larger or more established companies. But what makes Clover unique is that we recognise that no two businesses are the same which is why we offer bespoke packages unique to your company. Discover more about our retained HR packages.

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RETAINED HR SUPPORT FOR A RANGE OF SECTORS

We provide specialist, tailored HR support for a wide range of sectors, including:

Our consultants take the time to understand your industry to provide you with practical, compliant HR solutions.

WHY CHOOSE OUR RETAINED HR SUPPORT SERVICES?

Expert HR Support, Tailored to You

Every business is unique, so our HR solutions are designed to fit your needs. Whether you require ongoing support, help with compliance or strategic HR planning, our experts provide personalised guidance, as an extension of your team, to help your business thrive.

Right First Time, Every Time

HR compliance and people management require expertise and our team ensures every policy, process and decision is implemented correctly, reducing risks and avoiding costly mistakes. Our proactive approach ensures you can focus on running your business with confidence.

Comprehensive HR Services

From recruitment and employee relations to compliance and performance management, we offer complete 360 support. Our retained HR support services cover all aspects of people management to help navigate potential challenges and build your team into an excellent workforce.

Legal Compliance and Risk Protection

Not understanding employment law and areas of your business that need to be legally compliant can be a minefield. Choosing our retained HR support services ensures you have the expertise of our team and their in-depth knowledge of regulations to protect your business from the risk of fines or lawsuits.

Long-Term Partnership

We don’t believe in quick fixes, we’re in it for the long haul. At Clover, we believe in building long-term partnerships, working alongside you through the ups and downs to support your business’s evolving requirements from compliance and strategic planning for the future of your success.

NEED HELP WITH A SPECIFIC HR PROJECT?

 

Clover Consultancy can help with unique projects that don’t generally fit into our retained HR packages. Tribunals, mergers and acquisitions, coaching and development for management and leadership, diversity issues and business change as well as employee engagement – our expert HR consultants can help you handle the HR issues your business is facing stress free.

Client Testimonials

Don’t just take our word for it, see what other retained HR clients have to say about our HR packages and consultancy services.

  • After our first meeting with Clover HR,  I knew I needed Clover HR to expand.  So far the result has been brilliant. One thing which really strikes working with Clover, it is the relationship which is key for me.  I would definitely recommend Clover HR to other businesses.

  • We have worked with Clover for a number of years and always found them to be an asset to our business. From a business that is growing in today’s market, we feel they are a pillar of strength to lean on when needed.

  • I just wanted to send a quick message to sincerely thank you for all of your support and guidance throughout this process. It has been a particularly difficult and stressful situation to navigate, and I can honestly say I couldn’t have managed it without your reassurance, professionalism, and clear advice along the way. Having your support has made a huge difference and has given me confidence in handling matters properly and fairly.

    Please also pass on my thanks to Gregg especially — he has been absolutely amazing throughout and his support and reassurance have genuinely meant a lot. Thank you again for your time, patience, and continued support — it’s genuinely appreciated.

  • Well I can safely say that I owe you the biggest thank you in history. It has been a complete delight to work with Deirdre and really exciting to understand her thought process and my CV certainly looks significantly better than when we started!

  • Clover HR can be relied on for accurate advice and support.

  • “Clover HR is enthusiastic and passionate about helping people, shown through their sensitivity and appreciation of their clients. Clover builds relationships well and challenges her clients to help them overcome their problems and enable them to achieve their goals.”

  • Clover HR make an important contribution to our Charity Organisation. Their experienced, professional and efficient service is second to none. They are a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommended them.

  • Clover HR has helped us create solid practical and valuable HR foundations in our fast-growing business. The advice and support have been practical and tailored to meet our business needs while keeping us in line with the latest employment legislation. Clover is always available when needed to help and never makes us feel that a question is a stupid one. I have full confidence in their support and we are looking forward to continuing to work with them.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT RETAINED HR

What is Retained HR?  

Retained HR is a contracted, ongoing service that provides businesses with expert HR support for a monthly fee, without the expense of hiring full-time. A retained HR support service usually offers contracts, policies, employee relations and performance management as well as access to professional advice and legal compliance guidance.

What is Meant by HR Performance? 

HR performance refers to how effectively a company’s HR functions support the success of the business. HR performance covers recruitment, employee engagement, performance management, compliance, training and overall wellbeing of staff. A company with strong HR tends to attract and retain top talent, maintain a positive work culture and is compliant. For an HR health check of your business, get in touch with our team.

Do I Need HR Support? 

If you employ staff then HR support is essential for managing regulatory compliance, employee relations and workplace policies effectively. From contracts, disciplinary issues and recruitment to the general wellbeing of staff, professional HR support helps prevent costly mistakes and legal risks.

What Does HR Support Do?  

If you employ staff, then HR support is essential for managing regulatory compliance, employee relations and workplace policies effectively. From contracts, disciplinary issues and recruitment to the general wellbeing of staff, professional HR support helps prevent costly mistakes and legal risks.

  • Policy creation
  • Recruitment
  • Performance management
  • Employee relations
  • Absence management
  • Staff wellbeing
  • Legal compliance

How Can HR Support Improve my Business?

HR support services can strengthen business operations, improve employee engagement, retention and wellbeing, help foster a positive workplace environment and ensure legal and regulatory compliance. The benefits include reduced staff turnover and an efficient, legally compliant organisation which ultimately leads to long-term success.

What is End-to-End HR Support? 

End-to-end HR support covers every aspect of human resources. From recruitment and hiring to employee exit strategies and onboarding, contracts, performance management, training and dispute resolution in between. It ensures businesses have seamless HR processes to support growth and efficiency.

How Much Are Retained HR Services?  

Retained HR support services vary in cost depending on the size of the company, the level of support required and the complexity of the business’s HR needs. At Clover, we offer a range of retained HR packages, and as we appreciate the variety of every business, we also create bespoke packages tailored to the exact needs of your business. Get in touch to discuss your retained HR needs and receive a bespoke, no-obligation quote.

How Does Retained HR Differ From Traditional Outsourcing?

Retained HR provides a proactive approach rather than general support after the fact. This is advantageous to help prevent issues before they escalate. Retained HR support is tailored to your needs and aligned with your business goals as they change.

What Type of Businesses Can Benefit From Retained HR Support?

Businesses of all sizes and from different sectors can benefit from retained HR support. Whether you’re an SME, a large company or somewhere in the middle, we provide expert HR guidance without the cost of an in-house team.

Can Retained HR Support Work Alongside an Existing HR Team?

Yes. Retained HR support can work alongside an existing HR team. This flexible support helps cover complex cases, absence, change management or compliance, ensuring your internal team is supported without being overstretched.

Can Retained HR Offer Both Operational and Strategic HR Support?

Yes. Our scalable support means our team can target areas that require assistance such as employee relations, policies and compliance. We specialise in implementing strategies that align with your objectives and goals.

How Does Outsourcing HR Support Help Reduce Costs?

HR support can reduce costs in several ways. Time usually spent on recruitment, training and onboarding can instead be reinvested into running and growing your business. With an outsourced HR team managing a wide range of time-consuming tasks, you are free to focus on what matters most. Proactive HR support also helps prevent costly mistakes, disputes and tribunals by ensuring compliance and taking a preventative approach to people management.

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