Meet Your New Plug-In People & HR Team
Whether you’re looking to implement People & HR for the first time or outsource to a team you can trust, Encourager HR has you covered.
Encourager Makes Implementing & Optimising People & HR Practices Easy
People & HR can be a complex and time-consuming challenge, especially for
start-ups & SMEs. You need someone you can rely on to help you navigate the complexities and unlock your team’s full potential.
Solutions Tailored to Your Unique Needs
One-size-fits-all People & HR strategies simply don't work for most businesses. That's why I take a deeply personalised approach, taking the time to understand your challenges, goals, and culture, ensuring I can deliver measurable, long-lasting results. Supporting businesses throughout the UK & Europe.
A Trusted Partner, Not Just Another Agency
I operate like a true extension of your team. Working hand-in-hand with you, providing ongoing guidance and support to ensure your People & HR practices continue to evolve and thrive alongside your business.
HR Support That Speaks Your Language
For many business owners, HR can feel like a foreign language. That's why I’ve committed to providing approachable, easy-to-understand guidance. No jargon, no generic advice - just practical solutions.
Flexible & Affordable For Businesses of Any Size
Encourager HR offers flexible service models and pricing structures to ensure you get the HR support you need without breaking the bank. From on-demand consulting to fully-outsourced management, I'll work with you to find the right fit.
All Your People & HR Needs Handled
Encourager HR offers a range of key services. From compliance to training and recruitment support, I make HR easy to understand and implement.
Strategy
Align your HR with your overarching business objectives. I'll work closely with you to develop a comprehensive people strategy.
Talent
Attract, retain, and develop top-performing employees with a robust talent management system. From onboarding to succession planning, together we'll build a world-class team.
Learning & Development
Invest in your team’s growth and advancement with customised learning and development programs. We'll design training that cultivates the skills your team needs to excel.
Compliance
Navigate the complex web of employment laws and regulations. Tap into a wealth of experience & ensure your HR practices meet the legal requirements.
Employee Management
Foster a positive, engaging work environment. I’ll help you handle everything from performance reviews and dispute resolution to benefits administration and redundancies.
HR Technology
Streamline your HR processes and unlock data-driven insights. Encourager can implement and optimise the right tools to boost efficiency, enhance decision-making, and empower your workforce.
Health & Safety
Audit your Health & Safety and ensure compliance with the ever changing laws and regulations. Encourager HR can help you implement strong, common sense policies that will protect you and your team.
Encourager HR offers a range of key services. From compliance to training and recruitment support, I make HR easy to understand and implement.
Strategy
Align your HR with your overarching business objectives. I'll work closely with you to develop a comprehensive people strategy.
Talent
Attract, retain, and develop top-performing employees with a robust talent management system. From onboarding to succession planning, together we'll build a world-class team.
Learning & Development
Invest in your team’s growth and advancement with customised learning and development programs. We'll design training that cultivates the skills your team needs to excel.
Compliance
Navigate the complex web of employment laws and regulations. Tap into a wealth of experience & ensure your HR practices meet the legal requirements.
Employee Management
Foster a positive, engaging work environment. I’ll help you handle everything from performance reviews and dispute resolution to benefits administration and off-boarding.
HR Technology
Streamline your HR processes and unlock data-driven insights. Encourager can implement and optimise the right tools to boost efficiency, enhance decision-making, and empower your workforce.
Tap Into Over Two Decades Of HR Experience
Hi, I’m Steve Thompson, the man behind Encourager HR. I’m a seasoned HR consultant and fractional People & HR director with over 20 years of experience empowering small to medium-sized businesses.
Prior to founding Encourager HR, I honed my skills at a number of companies, including as the Global People Director for a private equity-backed AI consultancy.
I founded Encourager HR with the mission of helping start-ups & SMEs get the best out of their most valuable asset - their people.
CIPD Associate
Predictive Index Practitioner
Certified Gallup Strengths Coach
International Coaching Federation Member
What People Say About Encourager HR
Hear directly from companies across various industries about their experience partnering with Encourager HR.
REBECCA ROSE
Director, MCA Consulting Engineers Ltd
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DAVID BADOVINAC
Director, TimeWise Labs
ALVARO SILVA-SANTISTEBAN
AI Solution Lead, Google
Jamie Peacock
Ex-England Rugby League Captain & Leadership Coach
Expert HR Support for SMEs & StartUps
Encourager HR is the natural choice for growing businesses who want to take a more human approach to People & HR…
People Strategy Optimisation
1. Book your free People & HR consultation
The journey starts with a quick chat via phone or email, where we’ll go over your reasons for reaching out and how we can help. We’ll then arrange a time for a quick consultation where we can review your needs in greater detail.
2. A comprehensive People & HR audit
Armed with the insights from our initial consultation, we'll conduct a comprehensive review of your current People & HR set-up. This assessment allows us to identify areas of strength, as well as the big opportunities for improvement.
3. Develop a bespoke People & HR strategy
Based on the findings from the audit, we'll collaborate closely with you to develop a tailored People & HR strategy and implementation plan.
4. Implementing your new People & HR strategy
With the strategy defined, we can get to work on the implementation, ensuring a smooth transition and impactful results.
5. Ongoing partnership and support
Even after the initial implementation, our work together doesn't stop. We can continue providing ongoing People & HR advisory support, making continuous adjustments to ensure your strategy serves your business needs. Our goal is to become your trusted, long-term People & HR partner.
FAQs
Find answers to common questions about our HR services.
We provide a comprehensive range of HR services including recruitment and talent acquisition, compensation and benefits analysis, performance management systems, employee relations, HR compliance, policy development, and organisational development. We can work with you on specific projects or provide ongoing support.
We offer flexible engagement options ranging from one-time projects to ongoing support. While some clients benefit from longer-term partnerships, we don't require lengthy commitments. We're confident in our ability to demonstrate value quickly.
Our consulting approach is fully customisable to your organisation's size, industry, and specific challenges. For smaller businesses, we often focus on establishing foundational HR practices and compliance. For mid-sized and larger organisations, we may develop more complex strategies around talent management, organisational design, and HR technology implementation.
Our consulting team includes certified HR professionals (CIPD qualified) with extensive industry experience. Some have specialised expertise in areas like compensation, talent acquisition, or employment law. All consultants undergo regular professional development to stay current with HR best practices.
Yes, we provide both in-person and remote consulting services. Our digital capabilities allow us to work effectively with clients anywhere, conducting virtual meetings, assessments, and training sessions while maintaining high-quality service delivery.
Yes, Encourager HR can provide guidance and hands-on support for effective talent acquisition. We offer a more cost-effective approach compared to working with recruitment agencies.
We offer several engagement models including project-based fees, monthly retainers, and hourly consulting rates. After an initial consultation to understand your specific needs, we'll recommend the most cost-effective approach for your organisation and provide a transparent quote.
Yes, Encourager HR can provide strategies and best practices for building a business case for redundancies, selection pooling, and the consultation process.
We can manage the process end-to-end, if required.