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Thalia C.

London, United Kingdom

$26/hr
4.7
11 jobs

Messy HR policies, risky contract clauses, or payroll chaos across multiple countries? I clean this up fast drawing on hands-on HR & payroll leadership at Marriott International and Control Risks across 8+ countries. 100% Job Success across every completed project. If something in your HR feels unclear, risky, or off, I'll find it and fix it. I work across the full range of HR work from building an entire HR function from scratch, to fast, focused jobs like a single contract review, a policy rewrite, or a handbook cleanup. Whatever the size, I bring the same standard: clear, compliant, and built to actually be used by your team. What I can help with: • Spotting and fixing risky clauses in employee or freelancer contracts • Handling employee issues — disciplinary processes, exits, conflict resolution • Building HR from scratch — policies, onboarding, structure • Reviewing compliance across EMEA • Improving hiring processes and candidate experience • Quick-turnaround cleanups: handbooks, policy documents, contract templates

  • HR Policy
  • Policy Writing
  • HR & Business Services
  • Operations Analytics
  • Data Analysis
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Administrative Support
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Payroll Accounting
  • HR & Recruiting Software
  • Employment Handbook
  • Employment Law
  • Payroll Reconciliation
  • Email Support
  • Employee Onboarding
Dinah P.

Chelmsford, United Kingdom

$100/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Pragmatic HR and employment law specialist with 20+ years' experience. Feel free to check my LinkedIn profile for further detail. I am a Chartered Member of the CIPD and have extensive knowledge in all areas of HR and employment law. I am happy to support with HR strategy, HR compliance, developing HR processes, policies and documentation, people management training, training to protect the business (discrimination etc.), employee relations issues (disciplinary and grievance), workplace investigations, redundancies, TUPE, general HR /employment law advice, settlement agreements, contract and handbook drafting. The work I undertake is fully insured and I work with clients directly as a consultant or as an associate for other HR consultancies. Having worked in HR consultancy for 10+ years, and as an in-house HR manager in industry for many years prior to that, I've seen numerous organisations in many different sectors adopt varied approaches to managing their ‘human resources’. Unsurprisingly, there isn’t a one size fits all solution when it comes to humans (or organisations for that matter, which are just as individual). But what experience has given me, is a wide ranging viewpoint of successes and failures for organisations and their people. I’ve helped 100’s of businesses improve employee experience/organisational performance and simplify and solve complex people problems. I try to avoid jargon and management speak and am an advocator of using plain English!

  • HR Policy
  • HR & Business Services
  • Training & Development
  • Training Session
  • People Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Employment Dispute
  • Employment Law
  • Employee Engagement
  • Contract Drafting
  • Mediation
  • Employment Handbook
  • Employee Communications
  • Compliance
  • Strategy
Arianna B.

Eastbourne, United Kingdom

$50/hr
5.0
14 jobs

Growing a business or transitioning to a new HR system is great but without the right data and operational structure, things can get messy quickly. I work with UK businesses and software implementation consultants who need practical, risk-aware HR expertise. I specialise strictly in two high-stakes areas: HRIS System Document Migrations and Complex Employee Relations (managing disciplinaries, grievances, and workplace disputes). By bringing data discipline and UK employment law together, I ensure your new HR software is populated flawlessly, your historical files remain GDPR-compliant, and your staff issue documentation is completely bulletproof. ✔ CORE SPECIALISM 1: PLATFORM-AGNOSTIC HRIS DOCUMENT MIGRATION When transitioning to a new HRIS, internal teams get caught out manually moving thousands of loose legacy files. I act as an expert data-cleansing and migration gatekeeper. Because our file-structuring protocol is executed securely outside your live software environment, we support migrations into or out of any HR platform on the market. We handle the messy legacy extraction and deliver a "Bulk Import-Ready" package tailored to your destination software's exact import specifications, saving your team hundreds of manual hours. My services include: • Pre-migration file pool audits and diagnostic folder mapping. • Algorithmic filename string sanitisation (removing trailing spaces and illegal characters). • Unique ID reconciliation to completely eliminate record misallocation. • Compliant "Catch-All" taxonomy routing for obscure legacy documents. • Complete cross-platform compatibility (Workday, HiBob, Rippling, Deel, Personio, BambooHR, CIPHR, IRIS, Moorepay, SharePoint, and Google Drive). • Accredited Ecosystems: Breathe HR (Certified Partner) & Employment Hero. ✔ CORE SPECIALISM 2: EMPLOYEE RELATIONS & STAFF DISPUTES I provide highly structured, objective support for England-based employers facing sensitive workplace challenges: • Managing formal disciplinary and grievance processes from start to finish. • Drafting workplace dispute, absence management, and hearing documentation. • Creating compliance-safe contracts of employment and employee handbooks. • Strategic risk-aware decision support aligned strictly with ACAS guidelines. ✔ WHY CORPORATE PARTNERS WORK WITH ME • Flat-Fee, Value-Based Pricing: No unpredictable hourly billing or scope creep. • Strict Data Security: I do not require live system login credentials for bulk cleansing. • Dual Expertise: I understand both the IT data matrix and the legal compliance behind the record. I work best with fast-growing SMEs, startups, and independent HR software implementation consultants who need a trusted backend delivery partner to keep projects on schedule. If you have an upcoming software rollout or a pressing staff issue to resolve, click "Invite to Job" and let's schedule a brief introductory call.

  • HR & Business Services
  • Human Resource Management
  • HR System Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Employment Law
  • Data Cleaning
  • Internal Auditing
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Document Management System
  • File Management
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Information Management
  • Human Resources Compliance
  • Performance Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Sourcing
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Recruiting
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
Emma M.

Yeovil, United Kingdom

$50/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I am a highly dedicated HR professional with over 10 years' experience managing all aspects of human resources with main focuses being, employee relations, policy management, stakeholder engagement and recruitment. I can help with all aspects of HR within your business whether you are looking for advice on a policy or if you need someone to help with on boarding. My specialisms are; - On-boarding - Employee relations e.g. disciplinary & grievances - Policy writing and creation - Proofreading - Contract writing/co signing - Full project management of a HR function and process changes I can work in a way that suits you, be that constant contact or regular updates.

  • HR Policy
  • HR & Business Services
  • Human Resources
  • HR System Management
  • Employee Engagement
  • Employee Relations
  • Employee Communications
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Employee Training
  • Employee Motivation
  • Employee Feedback
Tracy G.

Whitburn, United Kingdom

$35/hr
5.0
9 jobs

Hello, I am Tracy, and I love training and reading! Although I have over 30 years of corporate training under my belt, I am also an accomplished editor. I have trained many people in many subjects using my own courseware. I will also edit your work and check for misspellings, punctuation, and inconsistencies. I will also edit and correct issues at the core of your writing, such as sentence construction and language clarity. I am an expert in SEO, Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Zotero and Endnote. I am confident in my skills and dedicate 100% to each job. My motivation is to pass my passion onto each client’s work so that the finished product is professional and great! What I do: Training: HR, Soft Skills and Business English Editing: SEO Articles, Blog Articles, Human Resource policy documents, Research proposals for both undergraduate and postgraduate and General corporate documents

  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Australian English Dialect
  • Proofreading
  • Creative Writing
  • Academic Proofreading
  • Research Proposals
  • Research Papers
  • Academic Editing
Jayne M.

Cambridge, United Kingdom

$45/hr
4.9
64 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

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

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