Meet your outsourced HR Director, Kath Harris
Running a business comes with endless moving parts, especially when it comes to managing your workforce. For businesses that don’t have the capacity for a full-time human resources (HR) director, there’s still a way to ensure your people practices don’t fall by the wayside. That’s where an outsourced HR director comes in, offering expert HR solutions to address compliance, improve workplace culture, and design the right strategies for talent management.
Here’s a closer look at how partnering with an outsourced HR director can create tailored solutions to fit your unique business needs.
Why businesses turn to outsourced HR directors
Many small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) recognise the importance of investing in their people but might not have the resources or consistent need for in-house HR services at a leadership level. That’s where outsourced HR solutions come into play.
Some common reasons businesses seek outsourced HR support include:
Awareness of compliance risks or gaps.
Frustrations with fragmented or outdated HR processes.
A need for talent management strategies to achieve business growth.
A desire to foster a positive workplace culture that aids retention and engagement.
An outsourced HR director doesn’t just provide generic advice - they build bespoke solutions designed for your business’s specific goals and challenges.
A partnership approach to human resources
The key to successful HR outsourcing lies in establishing a true partnership. It’s not about handing over one-size-fits-all solutions but collaborating to apply evidence-based recommendations to your unique situation.
For instance, my work often begins with an HR health check. This involves:
Assessing current HR practices and pinpointing gaps or opportunities for improvement.
Analysing your workforce’s alignment with your business goals.
Creating a clear roadmap that connects where you are now to where you want to be.
Once we’ve established a strong understanding of your operations, we move on to customising solutions that are practical, relevant, and actionable.
Tailored HR solutions that achieve results
Every workplace is different, and so are its HR needs. Here are just some examples of the solutions I tailor to suit different businesses:
Building HR foundations
For businesses looking to establish their HR processes, I offer support to create:
Organisational structures that define roles and responsibilities.
Policies, procedures, and employment contracts that meet compliance standards.
Comprehensive employee handbooks to establish clear expectations.
Fostering workplace culture and team alignment
From reshaping performance management to conducting team workshops, my focus is to nurture a workplace where people can thrive. For example:
Running DiSC workshops to improve communication and collaboration.
Developing values-based HR practices that employees feel connected to.
Strategic talent management
Helping businesses attract, develop, and retain the right mix of skills often includes:
Creating detailed career pathways to foster employee growth.
Identifying leadership development opportunities for succession planning.
Designing effective on boarding processes that set new hires up for success.
Compliance and risk management
Staying ahead of HR compliance is crucial for business protection. Some steps include:
Ensuring all workplace health and safety regulations are met.
Providing guidance on award classifications and industrial relations.
Introducing proactive measures to avoid costly missteps.
Real results take time and collaboration
Issues in HR don’t usually appear overnight, and effective solutions often need time to take root. That’s why much of my work operates under a retainer model, where I collaborate closely with businesses on a long-term basis.
This approach allows me to:
Gain a deep understanding of your team and what makes them thrive.
Overhaul or refine HR foundations step by step.
Provide ongoing guidance through the ups and downs of running a business.
For one-off challenges or specific projects, I also provide short-term solutions. This could be for matters like recruiting for a particular role, addressing compliance concerns, or implementing change management strategies.
Why expertise and experience matter
With over 25 years in the HR field, I bring:
Extensive experience in areas such as employment law, workforce planning, and organisational development.
A deep understanding of local business challenges on the Mid North Coast.
A people-first approach built on empathy, transparency, and real-world outcomes.
My goal is to make complex HR challenges manageable with simple, effective strategies. Whether you’re a law firm, healthcare practice, consultancy, or retailer, the solutions I offer are directly aligned with your unique goals.
Shall we connect?
Sometimes, businesses simply need a safe pair of hands to guide their HR strategy. Whether it’s supporting talent management, improving workplace culture, or solving compliance headaches, we’re here to help.
Are you ready to see how an outsourced HR director can transform your people practices? Book a call today, and we’ll explore what tailored HR solutions could look like for your business.
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Together, we’ll make managing your HR simple, so you can focus on what matters most, your people and your bottom line.