HR Consultancy Services
Expert HR Support for UK Businesses – Without the In-House Overhead
At Accountancy Business & Taxation Services (ABTS), we combine specialist HR expertise with a deep understanding of UK employment law to provide practical, compliant, and commercially focused HR consultancy. Whether you’re a growing SME or an established business, we deliver the professional HR support you need — on-demand and tailored to your requirements.
Why SMEs Choose ABTS for HR
Running a business is challenging enough without the constant worry of employment law compliance. UK employment legislation changes frequently, and getting it wrong can be costly — from employment tribunal claims and financial penalties to damage to your reputation and team morale.
Many small and medium-sized businesses cannot justify a full-time HR manager, yet still need expert guidance. That’s where we come in. We act as your trusted external HR partner, providing proactive advice and hands-on support that keeps you compliant, reduces risk, and helps your people thrive.
Real Support for Real Businesses
We work with UK SMEs across a wide range of sectors who value clear, straightforward advice delivered in plain English. Our goal is simple: to help you build a positive workplace culture while protecting your business from unnecessary risk and cost.
Our HR Consultancy Services
We offer a comprehensive range of HR services designed specifically for UK businesses:
Employment Contracts & Documentation
- Drafting clear, compliant contracts of employment
- Production of bespoke staff handbooks and HR policies
- Updating existing documentation to reflect changes in legislation (including the Employment Rights Act and recent reforms)
HR Policies & Procedures
- Creation and review of policies covering discipline, grievance, capability, equality & diversity, flexible working, parental leave, and data protection (GDPR compliant)
- Alignment with current ACAS Codes of Practice
Disciplinary & Grievance Support
- Expert guidance through formal procedures
- Preparation of documentation and letters
- Attendance at meetings where required
Absence Management
- Support with short and long-term sickness absence
- Return-to-work programmes
- Managing capability related to ill health
Redundancy & Restructuring
- Compliant redundancy processes
- Collective and individual consultation
- Selection criteria and settlement agreements
TUPE Transfers
- Expert advice and project management for business transfers and outsourcing
- Due diligence and employee consultation support
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Creation of job descriptions and person specifications
- Interview guidance and offer letters
- Effective onboarding processes
Employment Tribunal Support
- Representation and preparation for tribunal hearings
- Early conciliation (ACAS) support
- Minimising risk and achieving favourable outcomes
Ongoing HR Compliance & Advisory
- Regular HR health checks and legislative updates
- Day-to-day advice on all people management issues
- Performance management guidance
The ABTS Advantage
Whether you need one-off project support, retained HR services, or ad-hoc advice, we tailor our involvement to your needs, Our team stays fully up to date with UK employment law, ACAS guidance, and best practice
Our Proven Process
- Initial Consultation — We listen to your business circumstances and identify likely areas of opportunity
- Data Review — Secure upload of your accounts data for AI-powered analysis
- Expert Assessment — Our VAT specialists review all AI-identified opportunities
- Claim Preparation — Detailed, fully documented claims submitted to HMRC
- Repayment & Reporting — You receive full transparency on recoveries and any recommended process improvements
All work is carried out with complete data security and in full accordance with professional standards and HMRC requirements.
Ready to Strengthen Your HR Position?
Take the stress out of people management. Get in touch with our HR consultancy team today for a no-obligation discussion about your requirements.
Book your free initial HR consultation
During this call we will:
- Understand your current HR challenges and objectives
- Identify the areas of highest risk or opportunity
- Provide clear guidance on how we can support your business
Contact us now to arrange your consultation. Call [Insert Phone Number] or complete the form below.
ABTS – Your Trusted HR Partner
Compliant. Practical. Delivered with care.