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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ryan and his team in Exeter - were fantastic! Very knowledgeable and put us at ease immediately. Wrote us a bullet proof Employment contracts and would absolutely recommend services here

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had always dealt with HR issues within our small company, which meant spending vasts amount of time researching issues and documents online. Since joining the HR Dept we don't need to worry, we... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We've worked with Lee and his team at HR Dept South East Wales and really couldn't have asked for a friendlier, more knowledgeable and helpful team! Their services have been amazing, especially when... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nick and the team at HR Dept Dorset have always been most helpful with advice on all aspects of our required HR. They reply rapidly to all questions and queries, with accurate, positive and helpful... See more

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  1. Human Resource Consulting

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Employment law is complex – coping on your own brings significant risk. You don’t want to break the law or face expensive HR tribunals but few businesses can afford a full time HR professional or HR department. The HR Dept is an outsourced HR provider with offices throughout the UK and Ireland. Each office provides small to medium sized business with practical and pragmatic HR advice to prevent their people problems.


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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

471 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ryan and his team in Exeter

Ryan and his team in Exeter - were fantastic! Very knowledgeable and put us at ease immediately. Wrote us a bullet proof Employment contracts and would absolutely recommend services here

12 November 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nick Taylor from the HR Dept

We have used Nick Taylor from the HR Dept for over 15 years to provide us with HR advice. He and his team are always available to answer are questions and provide us with templates to cover all scenarios we face. They help us manage our way through the tricky minefield that is employment law.

19 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Invaluable HR Support

I find Nick and his team’s advice invaluable in supporting me to run my business with confidence. Their guidance is always practical, timely, and makes complex HR matters much easier to manage.

19 February 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Extremely happy with the Dorset team

We're enormously grateful to the Dorset team for their ongoing support. This is our 8th year of working with Nick and his team and their expertise is extremely valuable. It is extremely reassuring to have them on side and on the end of the phone for any questions or concerns we have.

27 January 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nick and the team at HR Dept Dorset…

Nick and the team at HR Dept Dorset have always been most helpful with advice on all aspects of our required HR.
They reply rapidly to all questions and queries, with accurate, positive and helpful information.
We have just completed out first year with the HR Dept and looking forward to the next 12 months.

20 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have used Nick and the rest of the…

We have used Nick and the rest of the Dorset Team for many years now, they have provided invaluable support and advice over this time and are we are sure going forward, as they have always done will adapt to continue this in a quickly changing and increasingly fraught period for employers.

19 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lee from Hr Dept south wales has been…

Lee from Hr Dept south wales has been an absolute god sends. Helping with our purchase of 2 bakeries and moving staff across. He’s always a phone call away and has great knowledge no matter what problems we are facing.

7 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

#HR Dept South Wales

Lee at The HR Dept South Wales has been an invaluable support to my business. His HR advice has consistently been clear, practical, and spot-on, helping us navigate situations with confidence and professionalism. He is a trusted source that I genuinely rely on, and his expertise has made a real difference to how we manage our people. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Lee to any business looking for reliable, high-quality HR support.

7 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

For approximately four years

For approximately four years, we've relied on the HR Department, and they've consistently offered thoughtful and balanced guidance to aid our expanding network of schools and nurseries. At the helm, Helen has a deep appreciation for the impact of culture on an organization and has fostered an incredibly positive and proactive atmosphere within the Bristol team. Both Rebecca and Shenise stand out individually for their supportive nature and customer-centric approach, even when navigating their own challenges. I wholeheartedly endorse their services; our decision to stop was simply due to our growth necessitating an internal team.

28 December 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great team, excellent culture and focus.

We have used the HR Department for about 4 years now, and they have always provided well considered and measured advice to support our growing group of schools and nurseries. At the top of the shop, Helen really understands the role that culture plays in an organisation, and has created a very positive and proactive one within the Bristol-based team. Individually, Rebecca and Shenise are both very supportive and customer focused, even if dealing with challenges themselves. I can't recommend them enough; we have only stopped using them because we have grown to the point where we need our own in house team.

20 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

HR Dorset Team

I’ve been working with Nick and his HR team in Dorset for over 10 years, and I couldn’t be happier with the service they provide. They’re always professional, reliable, and a real pleasure to deal with — I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.

6 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nick and the Dorset team are just…

Nick and the Dorset team are just brilliant. They offer an outstanding service, have regular contact with us as a business, are always available for advice and guidance when needed and help with employment law changes as they progress through legislation.

20 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service x

I've been using HR Dept ever since I started a business in 2023. They have been such an amazing help! It's made transferring into a managerial role so much easier! I know I have their support if I need them and can call anytime! They've supported in building employee documents and handling complaints etc. Really great service and the whole team is so helpful! Thanks again for al your help x

21 July 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent HR support and advice

As a Charity we value the excellent and professional support from HR Dept. They understand the charity aims and being on a budget. We feel totally reassured that staff and processes are all looked after, from recruitment, onboarding to appraisals and exit interviews. All staff policies are updated automatically, sent to staff, signed and recorded. We can pick up the phone or email HR Dept anytime and get immediate and professional advice with any staffing matter.

5 June 2025
Unprompted review

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