Trusting a business partner to support your HR needs is key. This section will give you a flavour of who our current clients are, how they have found working with us, and the expertise we can bring to your business.
We believe that business owners should be able to access practical, friendly HR support at an affordable fixed price.
We understand what it’s like to run your own business. We know the peace of mind that comes when you have reliable and trusted advisors to call on.
We are on a mission to deliver a technology-led, practical HR service aimed at employers without in-house HR expertise.
We have built the HR Toolbox to store all the templates you will ever need, along with helpful articles and regular topical updates.
If you have a specific question, contacting us could not be easier. We’re available to provide advice on the phone, online and by email. The choice is yours.
This means that whenever you have a question about HR, employment or about a member or your team, you can receive information quickly, easily and affordably.
At HR Circle we give you the confidence to make the right decisions for your business.
There are many benefits to working with an expert HR partner you can trust. You can find a small handful of them below.
Established in 2007 under the brand Taylor HR Solutions, HR Circle UK provide blue-chip quality HR support for the small-medium business market as well as specialist HR support to larger organisations. HR Circle provides you with access to over 35 years of HR expertise including CIPD qualified professionals with experience across a range of international industries and sectors.
HR Circle has clear budget costs set each year with no unexpected surprises. Only a 12 month commitment so you have the ability to adapt the resources you require as the business needs change. In comparison to the cost of recruiting a full time HR employee that saving your business can make is huge! HR Circle can manage the whole HR function for you and your employees, or we can provide a specialist helpline advice service as and when you need it.
Access to full HR support from day-to-day administration, support for employee queries to Director and Board level support for People Strategy. HR Circle also provides guidance on all new HR legislation and policies to ensure your business is always up to date and compliant with UK employment law.
HR Circle can support you as your business grows, we have a flexible approach and offer subscription packages to support all your business needs. We can provide the security and stability of working with a long-term partner who understands the business and engages with individual employees. HR Circle is a small business too and we recognise the importance of understanding your business.
HR Circle gives you the confidence and peace of mind that your employees are being treated and managed fairly. Your business is not exposed to any unnecessary risk and we help to ensure your HR approach is legal and compliant.
Learn about the team at HR Circle and the people who will be supporting your business.
Director
Nicola has spent the last 15 years working with owners and managers in SME organisations helping them to review HR structures and implement appropriate processes to make their organisation run more efficiently. Nicola is a pragmatic and proactive HR generalist, with strong commercial understanding gained across a wide range of industries, in UK and international environments. Her approach is always client-focused; taking time to get to get to know the business and employees, and understanding that ‘one-size does not fit all’ when it comes to HR.
Nicola’s career in HR was launched on the back of her 10 years’ experience working for research agencies – specialising in international, consumer and employee research.
Founder
Peter Taylor is co-founder and Managing Director of HR Circle. He has over 20 years’ experience as an HR Director in the corporate world, most recently in the tax, finance, bio-tech and life science sectors. Having run large-scale in-house HR functions, he has now turned his focus to developing the HR Circle helpdesk team bringing a blue-chip quality approach to all our clients.
He has a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Westminster, and is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
Board Advisor
Mike is Board Advisor and brings with him a wide range of commercial experience, challenging the team to think more creatively and strategically about the services HR Circle provides today and in the future. Mike has worked in both small as well as some of the largest global companies giving a deep understanding of the challenges that businesses face in effectively managing and supporting their staff.
Mike lives in Hertfordshire and is a keen fisherman and follower of current affairs.
Ops Manager
Abi joined the team in the beginning of 2020 to oversee the office management and operations. Her administrative and organisational skills keep the business on track. In her first six months as Operations Manager, Abi has already upgraded our IT, implemented a state-of-the-art Service desk system and managed the launch of our new website.
In her spare time, Abi enjoys planning road trips abroad and exploring the local countryside with her dog, Oscar. She is also a keen baker, helping to supply home-made treats at local charity events.
Recruitment Specialist
Richard brings a wealth of industry experience with 20+ years’ recruitment knowledge with a strong agency and HR In-house background.
Prior to his career in recruitment he was a senior manager for two blue chip FTSE100 companies where he worked in HR, Business Development, Operations and Marketing.
A recruitment technology evangelist, Richard’s passionate about people and finding ways to improve the recruitment journey for both clients and candidates alike.
HR Manager
Amanda joined HR Circle in September 2021 as our HR Officer. As an associate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development after completing her Level 5 Certificate in Human Resource Management, Amanda has over 6 years of experience within the HR industry bringing a wealth of knowledge to the team.
In her spare time, Amanda loves to bake, spend time with her two children and enjoys family trips and holidays.
HR Administrator
Megan joined HR Circle in November 2020 as our Apprentice. Since joining the team Megan has helped answer queries, participated in projects and has expanded her knowledge of HR. Megan is an organised individual and a valued member of the HR Circle team.
Megan successfully completed her A levels in English Literature & Language, Health & Social Care and Photography. In her spare time, she enjoys taking scenic photographs, playing guitar and taking long walks in the countryside.
Megan will qualify in March 2022 with her level 3 CIPD and level 3 HR support and is then hoping to begin level 5 CIPD. The team are very proud of Megan and her achievements – congratulations!Â
Executive Coach
Rob is an Executive Coach, specialising in Leadership and Career coaching. Rob established his own Coaching business in 2016 to focus on his passion for developing people, and for the last 4 years has worked with many individuals and businesses in multiple industry sectors. He trained as a coach with the Coaches Training Institute (CTI) and is a certified practitioner of Leadership development tool The Leadership Circle Profile, as well as a licensed Firework Career coach.
Prior to coaching, Rob spent over 20 years in Senior HR leadership roles across Technology, Financial services, and most recently Advertising and Marketing. He is a Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
Talent Acquisition
Rob has 20+ years of recruitment and executive search experience, predominantly working with start-up and scale-up, and enterprise technology firms.
HR Administrator
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