Personal, Practical HR Support for Small Businesses in London & Essex

Trusted by SMEs in Creative, Tech, Social Care & other sectors

About Us

Welcome to your trusted partner for Human Resources

As a HR consultancy, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) advisory service we offer tailored support specifically for small businesses in tech, social care, creative, publishing, energy sectors in London and Essex. Our objective is to provide clear, hands-on HR support that will empower your team, strengthen your culture and ensure that you stay compliant, confident, and ready to grow.

 

Whether you need guidance on people strategy, recruitment, or diversity and inclusion, we offer personalised, down-to-earth HR expertise that your business deserves — without the jargon, inflated fees, or one-size-fits-all approach.

Our Services

Human Resources

Our HR Consultancy service offers you a trusted HR Adviser to support your business when you need the help.

DEI

We enable your business take a data driven approach to becoming a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

Inclusive Recruitment

We pride ourselves in giving a first class and inclusive recruitment solution tailor-made to you.

HR Consultancy That Understands SME Dynamics

Running a small business means balancing people, projects and pace. Our bespoke HR consultancy will help you manage that balance with confidence. From writing robust employment contracts, to navigating complex employee relations issues, our services are designed to be practical, proactive and aligned with your culture.

If you run a small business and want to carry out your Human Resources functions with all the right tools, our HR team are ready to help. Whether you’re looking for help with policies and procedures, performance management, employee wellbeing, or compliance with UK employment law, our team will bring clarity and calm to even the trickiest of people problems.

You’ll work directly with a knowledgeable HR adviser who gets to know your business inside out and offers ongoing or one-off support that suits your needs.

Smart, Recruitment Agency That Reflects Your Values

Attracting and retaining the right talent is crucial — people are your biggest asset. We offer recruitment support that goes beyond filling roles. We work with various sectors and understand how SMEs work. It is vital within smaller teams to get the correct candidate for the role – we can help identify which applicant has the required skills. Our recruitment agency is values-led, inclusive and aligned with your employer brand.

From crafting compelling job descriptions to managing the end-to-end hiring process, we make recruitment easier, more efficient and more effective. We can also help you set up sustainable in-house recruitment processes, advise on interview best practices and ensure your next employee is a perfect match.

Whether you’re hiring your first team member or expanding quickly, our recruitment consultancy ensures you attract diverse, skilled and passionate people who will thrive in your business.

Meaningful DEI Consultancy for Inclusive Workplaces

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) aren’t just buzzwords — they’re essential to building a workplace where everyone feels that they belong and can do their best work. We provide practical DEI consultancy services tailored for your business environment.

From equity audits and inclusive hiring practices, to training sessions on unconscious bias and inclusive leadership, our DEI services are grounded in empathy, expertise, and action. We can help you create a workplace where difference is celebrated, voices are heard, and people feel safe to be themselves.

Our approach is collaborative and sensitive to the unique dynamics of each business. We don’t believe in box-ticking exercises. Instead, we focus on helping you embed inclusion into your day-to-day operations, team behaviours, and company culture.

Why Choose Us?

We’re not your typical HR consultancy. Our HR team is personal, approachable, and fully invested in the success of your business. Our clients appreciate our ability to make complex HR and DEI challenges feel manageable and human. We have a deep understanding of several industries including tech, social care, creative, publishing, energy. We appreciate the fast-paced nature of small businesses in London, Essex and beyond, therefore, we offer advice that’s both strategic and practical.

 

If you’re looking for a trusted HR adviser, who brings professionalism without pretension, you’re in the right place. Get in touch if your business is in London or Essex.

Ready to start driving forward positive change in your business?

Ready to create a more confident, compliant, and inclusive workplace? Whether you need ongoing HR support, help with hiring, or guidance on your DEI strategy, we’re here to help.

If you are in tech, social care, creative, publishing or energy sectors, we have experience of working with your industry. Get in touch today for a free discovery call. Find out how our HR consultancy for small businesses can support your growth and people goals. Lets work together!

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What Our Clients Say About Us

Sleek HR is the perfect partner for small business owners. As a small business owner I struggled to find an HR professional that was experienced, professional and valued my business. I will continue to work with them.

Anthony Lindsay Astor Business Centres

Your team has worked together to develop a bespoke approach, bringing understanding of local issues together with expertise and experience. The support you provided helped in developing a solid remuneration policy.

Paul Newton B&D Energy Ltd

Thank you for your excellent work with qur theatre. I have been impressed by your professionalism and your attention to detail in setting up the investigation and your compassion and calmness towards the team here.

Christopher Lawrence Blue Elephant Theatre

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