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Jeanette Lynne D.

Darwen, United Kingdom

$50/hr
5.0
18 jobs

I support UK businesses when employee issues become high-risk, time-sensitive, or legally complex. I can step in quickly to stabilise situations, guide decision-making and ensure a compliant, commercially sound outcome. This typically includes redundancy programmes, grievances, disciplinaries, dismissals, investigations and TUPE-related change. I am usually engaged when internal teams lack the capacity or senior judgement to manage risk confidently and compliantly. With 25+ years’ experience, I operate as a Fractional or Interim Head of HR, providing clear, commercially pragmatic advice aligned to UK employment law and ACAS best practice. My approach is direct, defensible and outcome-focused — enabling businesses to move forward with confidence while protecting against legal and reputational risk. I have supported organisations across hospitality, professional services, manufacturing, health and not-for-profit sectors, often during periods of restructuring, leadership transition or organisational change. I do not provide recruitment or administrative HR support. I work remotely to UK business hours, exclusively within UK jurisdiction. If you need experienced, senior HR judgement to manage a complex situation, I’m happy to discuss how I can support.

  • Employment Law
  • HR & Business Services
  • Strategy
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Employee Engagement
  • Human Resources Consulting
  • Employment Handbook
  • Company Policy
  • Human Resources Compliance
  • Startup Consulting
  • Cultural Adaptation
  • Human Resource Management
  • Change Management
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
Jayne M.

Cambridge, United Kingdom

$45/hr
4.9
61 jobs

"Empowering Your Team, Driving Your Success: Choose HR Solutions that Deliver." Hello, Thanks for stopping by! By choosing me as your HR expert, you can expect: • Unparalleled industry knowledge and expertise from my 25 years of experience. • Tailored HR solutions that address your unique challenges and goals. • Strategic thinking and a proactive approach to solving HR issues. • Effective communication and collaboration to build strong relationships. • Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a focus on delivering tangible results. I am NOT just another HR Consultant – I care about your People and your Business! I am your dedicated partner, committed to understanding your organization inside out and working closely with you to develop and implement HR programs that drive success and great profit for your company. Are you looking to optimise your organisation's human resources and unlock its true potential? Look no further! As an experienced and credible HR expert with 20 plus years of Board Level HR and Recruitment experience, I am here to offer you a range of comprehensive HR services tailored to meet your unique needs. From startups to multi-national corporations, I have successfully navigated the HR landscape, working with amazing companies such as Virgin Media, NHS, Napp Pharmaceutical, and Myers beds. Allow me to outline how my HR and Recruitment expertise can benefit you and why you should choose me as your HR partner. Talent Acquisition and Recruitment: I possess excellent, international, recruiting skills and a demonstrated ability to improve talent acquisition strategies. By leveraging my extensive network and expertise, I can identify, attract, and secure top talent for your business,. From crafting captivating job descriptions, to conducting thorough interviews and assessments, I can ensure that you find the perfect fit for your team. Let me take the burden off your shoulders and streamline your recruitment process for maximum efficiency. Employee Relations and Engagement: Maintaining positive employee relations is vital for a thriving work environment. I am adept at fostering a culture of open communication, trust, and collaboration. By implementing effective employee engagement strategies, I can boost morale, increase productivity, and reduce turnover rates. From conflict resolution to performance management, I provide guidance and support to create a harmonious and motivated workforce. Compensation and Benefits Management: Attracting and retaining top talent requires a competitive compensation and benefits package. With my expertise, I can help you design and implement a comprehensive rewards system that aligns with industry standards and motivates your employees. From salary benchmarking to designing incentive programs, I ensure your compensation strategies drive employee satisfaction and loyalty. HR Policies and Procedures: Developing robust HR policies and procedures is crucial for legal compliance and organizational effectiveness. With my in-depth knowledge and experience, I can create tailored policies and procedures that align with your company's goals and values. Whether it's employee handbooks, code of conduct, or performance evaluation frameworks, I ensure your HR practices are streamlined, fair, and in line with best industry practices. Training and Development: Investing in the growth and development of your employees is a wise business strategy. I excel at designing and delivering training programs that enhance employee skills, improve performance, and drive career progression. From leadership development to technical skills training, I can create customized programs that address your specific needs and empower your workforce to reach their full potential. Let's embark on this journey together and transform your HR function into a strategic asset. Contact me today to discuss how I can support your business and help you achieve your business objectives. Warm regards, Jayne Murphy BA MA MCIPD Adv Dip Counselling Some of my HR Skills include: • Executive Coaching • ER • Employment Law • Appraisal • Talent Management • Training Needs Analysis • TUPE • Recruitment (including specialist and international) • Talent Acquisition/Head Hunting • Technical Recruiting • Employee Engagement/Employee Evaluation Plans • HRIS • Dismissal and Grievance • Policy • Employee Benefits • Onboarding • Human Resource Development • Human Resource Planning • HR Consulting • Recruitment Process design • Recruitment Advertising • Talent Scouting • Benchmarking • Training and Development (ask me about fining FREE courses!) • Employment Consulting • Employment Discrimination

  • Human Resource Management
  • IT Recruiting
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Recruiting
  • Resume Screening
  • Employment Dispute
  • Resume Writing
  • Policy Writing
  • Management Consulting
  • Employee Engagement
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Change Management
  • Career Coaching
  • Employment Handbook
Jamie N.

Bradwell, United Kingdom

$40/hr
5.0
6 jobs

I am an experienced and purpose-driven People and Talent professional with a proven track record of partnering with start-ups, scale-ups and high-growth agencies across the UK and USA to build scalable people strategies and solve complex HR challenges. My expertise spans strategic talent acquisition, organisational design, workforce planning, employee relations and people operations. I work closely with leadership teams to address critical HR issues including succession planning, retention strategies, performance management frameworks and compensation structures, consistently delivering strong retention outcomes and measurable improvements in organisational effectiveness. I advise on employer branding, DEI initiatives, employee experience design and workforce analytics, while implementing cost-effective people solutions that improve quality of hire and organisational capability. My approach integrates full-cycle recruitment, executive search and stakeholder management to ensure hiring decisions align with broader business and people strategies. I am highly skilled in using HRIS, ATS and CRM systems such as Greenhouse, Lever, Workable and Bullhorn. I am passionate about delivering structured processes, compliance frameworks, market insights and data-driven reporting that enable informed decision-making and sustainable growth. Whether addressing recruitment challenges, implementing people policies or supporting organisational transformation, I provide strategic HR partnership that drives business performance and creates exceptional employee experiences.

  • Recruiting
  • HR & Business Services
  • IT Recruiting
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • LinkedIn Development
Jodian G.

Yeovil, United Kingdom

$12/hr
5.0
8 jobs

Dedicated Human Resources Specialist with also a degree in health and social care focused on developing efficient processes using knowledge of recruiting, employee relations & communications, training and development, decision making, invoices and payroll, Company Policies and Evaluations. Highly efficient and well established in the administrative environment that are fast-paced and challenging. I am also a Customer Service Manager with years of experience, I specialize in building strong customer relationships, resolving issues efficiently, and fostering a positive client experience. My expertise lies in leading teams, streamlining support processes, and delivering tailored solutions that exceed customer expectations. I have a proven track record of implementing effective strategies that enhance customer satisfaction and retention while maintaining operational excellence. My leadership style emphasizes clear communication, empathy, and continuous improvement—qualities that ensure both customers and teams feel valued and supported. Whether it's managing inquiries, crafting engaging responses, or developing workflows that improve efficiency, I bring a results-driven mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional service. As an experienced Health care manager, I am passionate about providing compassionate, person-centered care while ensuring smooth operations and effective team management. With years of experience in the care industry, I specialize in coordinating care plans, supervising teams, and delivering exceptional support to clients and their families. My expertise includes developing personalized care strategies, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and maintaining clear communication among all stakeholders. I excel in fostering a supportive environment for both clients and staff, focusing on improving well-being, efficiency, and overall satisfaction.

  • Employee Relations
  • Order Tracking
  • Email Support
  • Customer Support
  • Data Entry
  • Computer Skills
  • Problem Resolution
  • Customer Retention
  • Cross Functional Team Leadership
  • Human Resource Management
  • Shopify
  • Employee Training
Sofia J.

London, United Kingdom

$15/hr
5.0
50 jobs

✅ 9+ 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 🟢 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬 ✅ 𝐆𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 🚀 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬 💼 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐀 𝐭𝐨 𝐙 𝐈 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬, 𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬. 𝐌𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨𝐩-𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭. 🟢🟢🟢 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 👋 Hello! I'm Sofia, a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in SEO and virtual assistance. My dual expertise allows me to offer comprehensive support in enhancing online visibility and managing daily business operations efficiently. As an SEO Specialist: I am dedicated to optimizing websites for search engines to drive organic growth. My approach includes: 🟢 𝐈𝐧-𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐡 𝐊𝐞𝐲𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡: Identifying high-value keywords to attract targeted traffic. 🟢 𝐎𝐧-𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐒𝐄𝐎 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Enhancing meta tags, headers, and content for better rankings. 🟢 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐄𝐎 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐬: Diagnosing and resolving technical issues to improve site performance. 🟢 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡: Building quality backlinks to boost authority and search rankings. 🟢 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐄𝐎: Crafting and optimizing content to meet SEO best practices and engage users. 🟢 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐬: Analyzing competitors to refine strategies and seize opportunities. 🟢 𝐒𝐄𝐎 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬:Tracking performance, interpreting data, and providing actionable insights. 🟢 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 & 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐄𝐎: Implementing strategies for local visibility and global reach. I use industry-leading tools like Google Analytics, SEMrush, Ahrefs, and Moz to deliver results-driven SEO strategies that enhance search engine visibility and drive meaningful traffic. As a Virtual Assistant: I provide exceptional support to streamline your business processes and ensure smooth daily operations. My services include: 🟢 𝐄𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Organizing schedules and handling correspondence efficiently. 🟢 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 & 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Accurate and timely data processing to keep your records organized. 🟢 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Managing and growing your presence across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. 🟢 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Identifying and building targeted contact lists to boost sales efforts. 🟢 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Systematizing files and documents for easy access and management. 🟢 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: Coordinating meetings and appointments with precision. 🟢 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡: Conducting research to provide valuable insights for business decisions. 🟢 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: Streamlining administrative tasks to ensure smooth and efficient business operations. 🟢 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Overseeing projects from initiation to completion to ensure timely delivery and successful outcomes. 🟢 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Identifying and attracting top talent to meet organizational needs and drive growth. 🟢 𝐇𝐑 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬: Managing employee relations, benefits, and compliance to foster a productive and compliant workplace. 🟢 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: Providing prompt and effective assistance to customers via chat to resolve inquiries and enhance satisfaction. 🟢 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: Delivering exceptional service to address customer needs, resolve issues, and ensure a positive experience. 🟢 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲: Accurately recording and managing financial transactions to maintain up-to-date and organized financial records. I am proficient with tools such as GSuite, Notion, Microsoft Office, and various CRM platforms. My commitment to continuous learning ensures that I stay updated with the latest tools and techniques to provide top-notch service. 𝐌𝐲 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐬: 🟢 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐄𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜 🟢 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 🟢 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦-𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 🟢 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 🟢 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 For over 8 years, I have been dedicated to helping businesses succeed both online and in daily operations. My clients value my expertise, reliability, and commitment to delivering exceptional results. 🔝 Your growth is my mission. Let’s collaborate to achieve remarkable results through expert SEO strategies and efficient virtual assistance!

  • Virtual Assistance
  • SEO Audit
  • Google Ads
  • Web Scraping
  • Data Entry
  • Sales Leads
  • Google Sheets
  • Google Docs
  • SEO Content
  • SEO Competitor Analysis
  • SEO Setup & Configuration
  • Email Support
  • Meta Tag Optimization
  • Yoast SEO
  • Facebook Ads Manager
Jacob C.

Droitwich Spa, United Kingdom

$50/hr
5.0
8 jobs

10 years experience in HR, now Heading up HR function for a financial services firm in London. Covering all aspects of HR; from policy creation and contract development to performance management, dismissals and reporting, training and development and everything in between. Specialist in recruitment; successfully scaled 3 businesses to 4x headcount within 12-24 month period. Often tasked with developing an entire HR function from scratch.

  • Employee Relations
  • Employment Law
  • Legal
  • HR & Business Services
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Strategy
  • Benefits
  • Policy Writing
  • Employee Engagement
  • Law
  • Benchmarking

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