Employee Relations Support for Hampshire Businesses
When things get difficult, you don't have to face it alone.
Practical HR Support When You Need It Most
Employee issues are rarely straightforward, and for small business owners without an in-house HR team, they can feel overwhelming. Grievances, disciplinaries, sickness absence, poor performance, unprofessional conduct — these are situations where the wrong move can be costly. I support businesses across Hampshire with all of these, providing the expert guidance you need to handle each situation correctly, confidently, and in line with current UK employment law.
The One Thing That Gets Businesses Into Trouble
The single biggest mistake I see is managers dismissing an employee without following due process. Right now, employees have two years of service before they can claim unfair dismissal but from 1st January 2027, that changes significantly. Any employee with just six months' service will qualify. That makes following the right process every single time more important than it has ever been.
When a business owner calls me in a panic about a disciplinary, my job is to take the emotion out of it and be practical. I help you document everything correctly, and if you're not confident running the meeting yourself, I'll coach you beforehand and give you a script to work from. I can also step in and run the meeting directly if that's what you need.
Our Process
Every situation is different, but here's how I typically support you through an employee relations issue:
First call — we talk through the situation and I advise on the right course of action
Documentation — I make sure everything is recorded correctly from the start
Meeting preparation — coaching, scripts, and guidance so you feel ready
In-room support — I can attend and lead formal meetings on your behalf
Follow-up — ensuring outcomes are properly documented and next steps are clear
Don't wait until it escalates.
If you're dealing with an employee issue in Hampshire and you're not sure what to do next, get in touch today. Early advice is almost always the difference between a straightforward resolution and a much bigger problem.