Expertise When You Need It
We are a team of seasoned HR Experts based in Staffordshire, UK, who know what it takes to launch and grow businesses.
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Our goal is to help owners of startups to medium-Â sized enterprises understand the mechanics of everyday HR and people management.
Our Mission
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We believe HR should be more than just compliance.
It’s about people.
Our mission is to help every SME engaging between 1-10 employees reach its full potential and become a best place to work.
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Fractional Spend
Full-time impact
The HR Doctor™
Cost-effective HR and employment law outsourcing services for
those who need it most.
We serve growing businesses that are not ready to employ a full-time HR
manager.
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How we do it
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HR tech - prescribing our fractional services, saving you time and money for your business as a trusted adviser.
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Essentials Resources and a Friendly Forum powered by our HR DR App.
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FocusÂ
Our focus is on compliance, employee engagement, and strategic partnership, providing you
with all the relevant expertise you need for your stage in the growth journey as an affordable
outsourced consultancy solution.
Why The HR Doctor
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Imagine cutting legal risks, boosting profits, and building a team that thrives—all while saving the expense of a full-time HR manager. Our expert HR consulting service delivers strategic solutions that directly impact your bottom line and set your business up for long-term success.
 • Slash Legal Costs and Stay CompliantÂ
Never fear a compliance misstep again. Our tailored advice ensures you navigate legal responsibilities with confidence, saving you from costly mistakes.
 • Drive Revenue GrowthÂ
Through personalised evaluation, mentoring, and coaching, we enhance your team’s productivity, creating a direct path to increased profitability.
 • Streamline Operations for EfficiencyÂ
Strategic HR planning aligned with your business goals ensures your organisation is structured for sustainable growth.
 • Run Your Business Your WayÂ
With expert HR representation during strategic meetings, secure the peace of mind you need to run your business your way.
 • Reduce Turnover SpendÂ
Build teams that stay. Our strategies attract talent aligned with your culture and values, reducing churn and boosting productivity.
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What Our Clients SayÂ
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“We needed expert guidance to navigate the complex landscape of employment law and to cultivate a company culture that attracts and retains top talent. Choosing OES was one of the best decisions for our company.”Â
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Our Founder
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As a business owner, with nearly two decades of experience in the modest to medium- sized business space, Richard has supported many employers as they have grown their businesses into market leaders.
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He has helped them develop their people strategy, improve retention, enhance team performance, and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with compliance with existing regulations and a plan for dealing with changes on the horizon.
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At the core of Richard’s work is a genuine desire to help others reach their full potential.
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His approach is grounded in real-world success stories, and he is committed to providing practical, results-oriented solutions to help modest and medium-sized employers succeed with their people strategy.
My Story
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After years with a market leader, I saw a better way to serve businesses.
One that provides expert HR support with flexibility and care, tailored for ambitious SMEs through fractional HR services.
The HR Doctor™ is your flexible, scalable Trusted HR partner, delivering expert advice,
HR DR-powered tech solutions, and 12-month retainer agreements that allow you to focus on growth, not paperwork.
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