Employee disputes, staff grievances, sickness absence management, restructuring teams, misconduct issues, underperformance, employee wellbeing, fair dismissals, COT31, exit agreements.
Contracts of employment, HR policies, employee handbooks, subcontractor compliance, apprenticeship packs - tailored to your business.
Flexible monthly retainers providing dedicated HR time each month supporting retention, management coaching and long-term people strategy. Personal, embedded support without the overhead of an in-house team.
Project-based support for TUPE transfers, job redesign and redundancy consultations - ensuring smooth, compliant transitions for your business and team.
Need help managing a tricky employee issue such as absence management, under performance, or a workplace investigation?
Bee Connected HR will work with you directly to resolve issues quickly and fairly, with the right balance of compassion and clarity.
We provide professional, experienced and insured advised on a pay as you go basis, keeping you compliant and mitigating potential risk for you as a business owner.
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Want the benefits of experienced HR business partnering without the cost of an in-house hire?
We provide flexible, ongoing HR support - so you always have an expert on hand when you need one.
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Feeling overwhelmed by the amount of HR paperwork your business needs?
We can take that off your plate with tailored, legally sound HR documentation that fits your business, your people, and your tone of voice.​
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Let’s make HR simpler, more human, and right for your business.
Get in touch today, we would love to talk about how I can help.
ABOUT
BEE CONNECTED HR
Hi! I’m Rachel, the founder of Bee Connected HR.
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After more than 17 years as a senior HR professional across both private and public sectors, I created Bee Connected HR to do what I love most - working directly with business owners and leaders to make HR simple, human, and effective.
You won’t find chatbots or generic call centres here, just genuine, down-to-earth HR support from me and my team. At Bee Connected HR, we take the time to get to know you, your people, and your business, so everything is personal, practical, and right for you.
With experience spanning complex people management, employee relations, change management, strategic planning, TUPE, and compliance, My individual background brings both the knowledge and empathy to guide you through the everyday and the unexpected. My approach is straightforward and non-jargon, giving you confidence to handle any HR challenge while keeping your team engaged and supported.
Whether you need one off, hands-on advice, policies that actually make sense, coaching for your managers or help managing change, I’m here to make things easier and more human.
Let’s connect, I’d love to chat about how Bee Connected HR can support you and your team.
Our Mission
Our mission is simple: to make HR easy, effective, and truly tailored to you. We take a personable, human approach - real, genuine support from your local HR specialist who will take the time to understand your business and your people. With practical advice and straightforward solutions, you’ll get the help you need, precisely when you need it.
Why Choose Bee Connected HR?
Employment law and HR issues can be complex, but creating an in-house HR department isn’t always feasible for growing businesses. Bee Connected HR bridges that gap with personal, one-to-one HR support from an experienced consultant not an outsourced helpline.
​​You’ll always receive qualified and experienced support that feels human, connected, and grounded in real-world experience.
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HR Services
From start-ups to established brands, Bee Connected HR offers a flexible, tailored service to match your business needs - big or small.
Whether you’re looking for ongoing HR support, project-based guidance, or occasional advice, you’ll benefit from a proactive, down-to-earth approach that’s built on trust, understanding, and genuine partnership.
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Common Questions About HR Support
Do you offer ad-hoc HR advice or only monthly retainers?
Both! You can work with me on a project or one-off "I've got a tricky staff situation I need some legal advice on" basis, or choose a monthly retainer for ongoing, embedded HR support without the overhead of an in-house team.
How do I know if my business needs HR support?
If you employ staff (even one person) HR support helps you stay compliant with employment law, protect your business, and create a positive, well-managed workplace. I will work with you to understand your current business strategy and your future growth plans, and suggest how I can support your business in achieving this successfully.
What does Bee Connected HR do?
Bee Connected HR offers practical, people-focused HR support and advice for businesses of all sizes - from the development of contracts of employment, HR policies and TUPE, to absence management, dealing with underperformance or misconduct from staff, fair dismissals / exit agreements, and ACAS conciliation / Employment Tribunal support. My aim is to make HR simple, compliant, and tailored to your business.
What size businesses do you work with?
I work with a range of clients - from start-ups taking on their first employee to established businesses with growing teams. My HR services are completely flexible, so whether you need a one-off project or ongoing support, I’ll tailor my approach to your size, sector, and goals.
What makes Bee Connected HR different from other HR consultancies?
I’m a real person, not a call centre or chatbot. I take time to get to know your business properly so I can provide practical, honest advice based on real-world HR experience across multiple industries. You’ll always deal directly with me - your dedicated HR consultant.
Who will I be working with?
You'll be working directly with me, Rachel - a CIPD-qualified HR professional with over 17 years’ experience supporting businesses across a wide range of industries, including construction, facilities management, healthcare, logistics, hospitality, and the public sector.
I’ve held HR Business Partner and senior HR roles in both operational and strategic environments, working closely with business owners, senior leaders, and frontline teams. My approach is always personal, practical, and grounded in real experience - not call-centre scripts or copied templates.
I believe great HR means understanding your business, building trust, leading with empathy and delivering advice that truly supports your goals and your people.
Can you act as our HR department?
Yes. Many of my clients use my monthly HR retainer package as a flexible, outsourced HR department. You’ll have consistent support throughout the month without the cost of hiring a full-time HR employee.