Our Services

HR Consultancy Services for SMEs in Newcastle and the North East

At Accelerate HR, we provide expert HR consultancy services for small and growing businesses across Newcastle and the North East. Our flexible outsourced HR support gives organisations access to experienced HR consultants without the cost of a full-time hire.

We work closely with business leaders to deliver practical HR advice, helping organisations manage people, strengthen performance and build positive workplace cultures.

Employment Essentials

Laying the foundations for compliant, consistent and confident HR practices.

Services include:

  • Terms & Conditions of Employment – Drafting, reviewing and updating employment contracts.

  • Policies, Procedures & Employee Handbooks – Creating clear, practical guidance that reflects your culture and meets legal standards.

  • Immigration & Right to Work Compliance – Ensuring your business meets all employment eligibility requirements.

  • HR Audits – Reviewing your current HR documents, processes and practices to highlight risks and opportunities.

  • Onboarding Documentation – Offer letters, starter packs, checklists and compliance forms.

People Management & Performance

Helping you build strong teams, confident leaders and a high-performing culture.

Services include:

  • Attendance Management – Supporting fair, consistent processes that address both short and long-term absence.

  • Disciplinary, Grievance & Investigations – Handling sensitive issues calmly, compliantly and professionally.

  • Performance Management & Capability – Helping managers develop, motivate and guide their teams effectively.

  • Compensation & Benefits – Advice on pay structures, reward strategies and retention tools.

  • Management Coaching & Development – Giving leaders the skills to manage people confidently and legally.

Recruitment & Onboarding

Attracting, selecting and keeping the right people to grow your business.

Services include:

  • Role Scoping & Job Descriptions – Helping you define the skills and behaviours you really need.

  • Recruitment Support – Advertising, shortlisting and interview guidance.

  • Interview Participation – Professional support in interviews for consistency and compliance.

  • Onboarding Experiences – Helping you create great first impressions and long-term engagement.

  • Induction Plans – Clear pathways for new hires to settle quickly and successfully.

Change & Transitions

Providing trusted guidance through periods of change and transformation.

Services include:

  • Employment Termination & Leavers – Ensuring fair, professional and compliant exits.

  • Restructuring & Redundancy – Managing organisational change with clarity and empathy.

  • TUPE & Transfers – Supporting smooth, legally compliant staff transfers.

  • Change Management Guidance – Helping leaders communicate, engage and maintain performance during transitions.

Culture, Engagement & Wellbeing

Creating workplaces where people feel valued, supported and connected.

Services include:

  • Communication & Engagement – Improving dialogue, trust and collaboration across your business.

  • Workplace Health & Wellbeing – Promoting initiatives that support a healthy, productive workforce.

  • Employee Surveys & Feedback – Gathering insights to strengthen culture and engagement.

  • Recognition & Reward Programmes – Encouraging motivation, retention and job satisfaction.

How We Work

At Accelerate HR, we know that every business is different. That’s why we offer flexible, tailored support designed around your needs – giving you access to expert HR advice when and how you need it.

Retained HR Support

Ongoing partnership providing regular HR advice, guidance and hands-on support for your business. Ideal for SMEs who want peace of mind knowing their HR is in safe, experienced hands.

Project-Based Support

Flexible HR consultancy for specific challenges or initiatives – from policy reviews and restructures to culture projects, investigations and training.

Fractional HR Leadership

Senior, strategic HR expertise on a part-time basis, helping you shape your people strategy, manage change and drive performance without the cost of a full-time HR Director.

Why you Might Need Our Support

We offer outsourced HR support so you can focus on running your business.

We review and update contracts to protect your business and your staff.

We create tailored handbooks and policies that reflect your values and meet legal standards.

We streamline your hiring process and help you attract the right candidates.

We guide you through sensitive situations to avoid legal risks and maintain fairness.

We support organisational design, role clarity and leadership development.

We help you build a positive workplace culture and effective onboarding.

We implement performance management systems and train your managers.

We keep you complaint with UK regulations and reduce your legal exposure.

We design wellbeing programmes and mental health support strategies.

We help you manage change smoothly and keep you team engaged.

We bring sector-specific expertise to solve your unique HR problems.

Accelerate HR

Free 30 Minute Consultation

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You can also take part in our free HR audit, providing a tailored report that highlights any areas of risk.