Proven HR Expertise. Available in Hours

Access vetted HR leaders with over 38 different skillsets and expertise. Whether you’re an SME without in-house HR or a senior HR leader needing specialist capacity, you'll find the right expertise matched to your sector, budget and timeline.

Employment law, contracts and compliance updated based on recent changes
Operational support for disciplinaries, grievances and investigations as well as mediation
Pay only for the support you actually need
No commitment, start for free.
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Specialist expertise for every HR challenge

Employee Relations (ER)
Employment Law
Business Transformation
Culture Change Programmes
HR Policies & Compliance
Performance Management
Strategic HR Consulting
Regulatory Compliance
DEI Policies and Procedures
Compensation & Benefits
Building an HR Function
Talent Acquisition
International HR advice
Leveraging AI for HR
Mergers and Acquisitions
Redundancy programmes

How it works

Browse specialist HR leaders instantly, review credentials and availability, and move forward only
when it suits your business.

2) Browse HR experts

Explore vetted HR professionals by skills, sector experience and availability.

3) Book and get started

View hourly rates, confirm availability and engage directly with your chosen expert.

On-demand HR Resource for growing businesses and HR teams

Whether you’re an SME without in-house HR or a senior HR leader needing specialist capacity, Link Into HR connects you with vetted experts ready to step in.

Specialist HR resource, without the hiring headaches

The leading HR and people matching platform

Link Into HR isn’t a static directory of profiles, it’s a live, bookable platform where businesses can browse verified senior HR experts by skill, availability and rate, then immediately check availability and secure the right consultant without going through an intermediary.
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AI-POWERED MATCHING

Find the right HR expert, first time.

We use a multi-factor matching engine that weighs experience, availability, work style and real client needs together, rather than dumping you into a search-and-filter directory.

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VERIFIED, SENIOR Hr SPECIALISTS

Experts who’ve solved your exact problem

Every consultant on Link Into HR consulting© has led real teams, fixed real issues, and delivered outcomes inside UK organisations. No juniors, no theory, only seasoned HR professionals with the scars and judgement that come from years at operational and strategic levels.

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FASTER MATCHING

Fast access to the right HR support

Our matching engine surfaces a shortlist within minutes, and most clients begin working with their consultant the same week. No recruiter delays, no long hiring cycles just fast, qualified support

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Experienced HR experts across
38 UK industries

Whether you’re an overstretched HR team or an MD without in-house support, we match you with verified HR consultants who have led teams, navigated restructures, and solved complex issues before.
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Colin Barnett

HR Director with over 35+ years expertise in recruitment and talent management solutions.

Motivational Maps
Project Management
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Sally Brandon

HR professional with 20+ years helping creative SMEs through the employee journey.

Employment Law
Internal Communications
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Nicky Buckley

MCIPD, Chartered HR professional with 16+ years' experience in the HR field across varied disciplines.

HR for Start-Ups
Disciplinary & Grievance
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Mellissa Charles

HR support and employee relations expertise to small and medium sized finance firms in the London

HR Strategy
Employee Relations
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Rachel Cox

HR leader who founded Full Fusion HR Ltd to bring flexible, pragmatic people support to high-growth SMEs LiC.

Employer Branding
Leadership Development
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Stephen

Hands-on HR partner with 25 years of experience across HR strategy, project management.

HR Strategy
Reward & Benefits

How we vet our consultants

Every HR expert on our platform completes a detailed screening through the HR Consultancy Academy® ensuring only qualified, senior professionals join our network.
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1. In-depth skills review

HR consultant submits a full profile and about-them video. We review their background, seniority and specialist expertise to confirm they meet our professional standards.

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2. Live screening

Every application is manually checked by our team. We verify experience, assess communication style, and ensure their skills match real business needs before they progress.

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3. Accepted to the platform

Only consultants who meet all criteria are approved. This includes verified experience, quality checks, and up-to-date professional indemnity insurance, so you’re choosing from reliable, vetted experts every time.

Brought to you by the expert team
at Globus HR Consulting®

Led by Sarah Hamilton-Gill FCIPD, Globus HR Consulting® develops experienced HR professionals into confident, commercially credible consultants.
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Globus HR Consulting Ltd, founded by Sarah Hamilton-Gill in 2012, brings together over 30 years of HR innovation, consultancy, and training. It is home to the award-winning Leap into HR Consulting® programme and powers platforms like Link into HR Consulting®, supporting and connecting independent HR professionals and SMEs across the UK.

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Real stories and practical insights.

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Structured training, mentoring and resources .

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Bootcamps, live workshops and festivals.

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Annual recognition for standout consultants.

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Specialist HR expertise for every stage of your people challenges

Our freelance HR consultants offer support across every area of people management and compliance, from disciplinary and grievance handling to HR transformation and DEI strategy.

Strategy

Operational

Business Transformation

Broken processes, outdated tools, and fragmented workflows slow everything down. Our HR transformation specialists have redesigned HR functions inside scaling SMEs and large organisations. They assess your current state, recommend improvements, streamline processes, and embed better ways of working. You get experience-led transformation, not theoretical “best practice”, from vetted consultants who’ve delivered change in real businesses.

Disciplinary & Grievance Handling

When a grievance or disciplinary issue escalates, it drains time, derails teams, and exposes your business to risk. A Link Into HR consultant brings senior-level ER expertise to guide investigations, handle difficult conversations, and ensure every step is legally sound. You get impartiality, professionalism, and calm judgement from someone who has handled high-stakes cases inside UK organisations. All consultants are vetted, insured, and ready to step in when things can’t wait.

Culture Change Programmes

Culture drifts when teams grow, leaders change, or behaviours aren’t aligned. Our organisational development consultants design and deliver culture programmes that shift habits, reset expectations, strengthen leadership, and improve engagement. This is not surface-level “values work” it’s outcome-driven cultural change, delivered by senior practitioners with years of experience managing people transformation inside UK businesses.

HR Policies & Compliance

Outdated or inconsistent policies create liability, confusion, and operational drag. A Link Into HR specialist reviews, refreshes, or builds policies tailored to your organisation, from contracts and handbooks to disciplinary, performance, and hybrid-working frameworks. You’ll stay fully aligned with UK employment law while gaining policies people actually understand and use. All experts on the platform are vetted senior professionals with proven compliance backgrounds.

Performance Management

If your performance process feels inconsistent, subjective, or painful to run, you’re not alone. A senior consultant from Link Into HR helps you design a clearer process, train managers, handle underperformance, and introduce frameworks that actually improve output. No generic templates just practical, commercially-minded performance support from consultants who’ve led teams and driven results at Head-of-HR and Director level.

Regulatory Compliance

Whether you’re operating in a regulated sector or scaling into new markets, compliance mistakes are costly. Link Into HR connects you with consultants who specialise in UK employment law, industry-specific requirements, and risk mitigation. They audit your current position, close compliance gaps, and embed practices that keep your business safe. Every consultant is vetted and insured, giving you confidence in high-stakes areas.

Building an HR Function from scratch

Growing businesses often hit a tipping point where ad-hoc HR is no longer enough. A Link Into HR consultant sets up the essential building blocks: policies, processes, onboarding, contracts, people metrics, manager guidance, and basic compliance. You avoid expensive missteps and get the structure of an in-house HR function without hiring full-time. All experts are highly experienced and ready to guide you from zero to stable, compliant, and scalable

DEI Policies and Procedures

DEI work is sensitive, strategic, and often mishandled internally. A DEI specialist from Link Into HR builds policies, conducts audits, delivers inclusive training, and helps leaders embed equitable processes across hiring, progression, and culture. You’ll get guidance that is practical, evidence-based, and aligned to UK legislation, not performative statements. Every consultant is vetted and has deep DEI expertise

Digital Transformation

Manual HR processes slow teams down and leave room for error. Our digital transformation consultants help you choose, implement, and optimise HR systems, from HRIS platforms to onboarding tools, LMS software, and automation. They focus on adoption, efficiency and user-experience, ensuring your investment actually pays off. All consultants bring practical experience leading digital HR change in UK organisations.

Employee Relations

Employee issues rarely stay small. Tension spreads, grievances multiply, and managers feel out of their depth. A Link Into HR Employee Relations specialist brings decisive, senior-level support to investigate concerns, manage conflict, and guide fair outcomes that stand up to scrutiny. They also help you prevent repeat issues by improving manager capability, tightening processes, and embedding clearer expectations. Every consultant is vetted, insured, and experienced in complex ER cases across UK organisations so you get confidence, clarity, and control when the stakes are high.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of using Link Into HR Consulting®

Access hundreds of vetted HR experts in one place. You're in control of the matching process. Watch video profiles of HR consultants to see if you're the right fit. Book no obligation free introduction calls.

How does on-demand HR support work?

On-demand HR support allows you to browse experienced HR consultants based on skills, availability, sector expertise, and qualifications. Once you find the right expert, you can check their hourly rate, review availability, and book them directly. This removes the delays of traditional recruitment or agency hiring and gives you immediate access to senior HR expertise when pressure hits.

Is it cheaper to hire a fractional HR consultant instead of a full-time HR manager?

On-demand HR support allows you to browse experienced HR consultants based on skills, availability, sector expertise, and qualifications. Once you find the right expert, you can check their hourly rate, review availability, and book them directly. This removes the delays of traditional recruitment or agency hiring and gives you immediate access to senior HR expertise when pressure hits.

What types of HR challenges can a consultant help with?

A senior HR consultant can support with a wide range of strategic and operational challenges, including:

Employee relations issues
Disciplinary and grievance processes
Redundancies and restructuring
TUPE transfers
Performance management
HR compliance and employment law
Culture change and engagement
Leadership coaching
Scaling and workforce planning

Because consultants are typically highly experienced, they can step in quickly and provide both immediate crisis support and longer-term strategic guidance.

Do I have to pay to access the platform for my business?

Yes, in many cases it is significantly more cost-effective. Hiring a full-time senior HR professional in the UK can cost £60,000–£90,000 per year once salary, benefits, pension, and overheads are included. A fractional HR consultant allows you to access equivalent senior-level expertise for a fraction of that cost, paying only for the time and specialist input you actually need. This reduces financial risk while maintaining high-quality HR leadership.

How quickly can I access an HR expert?

Unlike traditional recruitment, which can take 4–6 weeks or longer for senior HR roles, on-demand HR platforms allow you to access available consultants within hours. You can review profiles instantly and book support based on current availability. This is particularly valuable when dealing with urgent employee relations cases or business-critical compliance issues.

Do small businesses need a senior HR consultant?

Many small and growing UK businesses reach a stage where HR complexity increases, even if headcount is relatively low. Issues such as contracts, disciplinary processes, redundancy risk, or culture development can carry significant financial and reputational consequences if handled incorrectly. A senior HR consultant provides experienced guidance without the cost of a full-time hire, making it a practical solution for SMEs navigating growth or change.

How does the matching process work?

You match to the best HR experts based on relevance of expertise, personality fit (by watching their video profiles) and availability. 93.3% of users find the right match first time.

Is using an HR consultant better than handling HR internally?

Handling HR internally can work in early stages, but complex employee matters and compliance risks can escalate quickly. UK employment law is detailed and continually evolving. A senior HR consultant brings up-to-date legal knowledge, practical experience, and strategic thinking that reduces risk and improves decision-making. For many businesses, combining internal operational support with external senior expertise delivers the strongest outcome.

How do I join as a HR Consultant?

Click the "join as HR consultant" button anywhere on our website, and you'll be taken to our pricing page. Pick the package that's right for you and you'll be sent a sign up link to join us!