Got questions about HR support?
You’re not alone. Here are answers to some of the most common questions we hear from businesses just like yours.
Q: What makes Floreo HR different from other consultancies?
Your business is unique to you, we recognise that, we’re not a corporate HR firm that upsells packages or pushes you into services you don’t need. We’re flexible, responsive, and always focused on what’s best for your business. With nearly two decades of multi-sector experience and a personalised approach, you’ll get support that feels like an extension of your team, not a faceless service.
Q: Do I need a full-time HR person, or can I just use your services?
You don’t need an in-house HR team to get expert support. Floreo HR offers both retained partnerships and ad-hoc consultancy, so you only pay for what you need, when you need it. It’s a cost-effective way to stay compliant and manage your team without hiring full-time.
Q: What’s included in your free HR Health Check?
The HR Health Check (sometimes called an HR MOT) is a great starting point. We’ll assess your current HR setup including contracts, policies, onboarding processes, compliance, and more — and highlight any risks or gaps. You’ll get clear recommendations for what to fix, update or improve.
Q: Can you help with urgent issues like grievances or employee disputes?
Yes, we regularly support clients with sensitive issues like grievances, employee relations, and redundancy. We offer calm, expert advice to help you handle things fairly, legally, and with minimal disruption.
Q: What areas do you cover?
We’re based in Hull and work with clients across East Yorkshire, as well as in Leeds, York, Harrogate, and Sheffield. We also support remote clients where appropriate.
Q: Can you write or review our HR policies and contracts?
Absolutely. We can create brand new HR documents, review what you already have, or carry out a full policy audit. All documents are customised to reflect your business, your sector, and current employment law.
Q: What does an HR consultant do?
An HR consultant gives your business expert HR advice and support without the cost of employing an HR manager. That can mean writing or updating contracts, policies and handbooks, guiding you through grievances, disciplinaries and redundancies, carrying out HR audits, mediating workplace disputes, or helping you plan how your team will grow. You can use Floreo HR as your HR advisor on an ongoing retained basis, or bring us in for one-off projects when you need us.
Q: How much does an HR consultant cost?
It depends on what you need, and every business is different, so we don’t sell one-size-fits-all packages. We start with a free, no-obligation HR Health Check, then give you a clear, fixed quote for any work you’d like us to do, whether that’s a one-off project or ongoing retained support. You’ll always know the cost before any work begins.
Q: Can you help with employment law?
Yes. We give practical HR advice based on current UK employment law and help you put it into practice, from updating contracts and policies for the Employment Rights Act 2025 to handling disciplinaries, grievances and redundancies fairly and legally. We’re not a law firm, so if you need formal legal advice, representation or help with an employment tribunal claim, we’ll recommend a specialist employment solicitor.
Q: Are you a member of the CIPD?
Yes. Floreo HR is led by a Chartered Member of the CIPD (the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development), the professional body for HR and people development. Chartered membership recognises a high level of HR knowledge and experience, and members commit to keeping their skills up to date, so you can be confident your advice comes from a qualified HR professional.
Q: What kind of businesses do you work with?
We work with startups, small businesses, and growing organisations across a range of industries including finance, insurance, healthcare, consultancy, and professional services. If you employ people and want to manage HR the right way, we can help.
Q: How do I get started?
It’s simple — just book your free HR Health Check to get started. We’ll chat about where your business is now and what you might need. There’s no pressure, no sales pitch, just clear, helpful advice from someone who understands HR.