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HR firm targets new market

AN HR specialist is tapping into a growing market with the launch of a new, ‘pay as you go’ support service, as figures show that 64% of businesses find it more cost effective to outsource elements of their HR function.

The new three tier ‘pay as you go’ service is the brainchild of Mark Ions, managing director of North of England HR specialists Exclusive Human Resources.

It offers businesses a choice of various levels of support, with a monthly starting price of £25 - less than a typical small business spends on stationery and sundries.

“The recession has really focused owner-managers on what they can do in-house, and which elements of their business are more cost-effective to contract out to a specialist.

Industry polls show that a third of businesses are more likely to outsource now than they were two years ago,“ said Mark.

“Small business owners have their hands full trying to run a successful business, as well as making sure they comply with employment rights and constantly changing legislation.

“It’s very common for people to sideline HR procedures until they find themselves suffering from low morale and high staff turnover, or are faced with a tribunal. But by then it can be too late - the financial consequences of getting it wrong can be serious enough to close a business down.

“It’s not just a matter of avoiding litigation either. Structured HR support can actually help businesses increase profitability by effectively managing and inspiring the asset that will take their businesses forward once the economy picks up - their people.”

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Ruth Mitchell .