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Ad-Hoc Consultancy

HR support when
you need it.
Nothing more.

Sometimes you don't need a retainer. You need a straight answer from someone who knows what they are talking about — so you can deal with the issue and get back to running your business.

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£100/hr · No retainer · Same-day response
What It Is

Clear advice.
No ongoing commitment.

Ad-hoc consultancy is pay-as-you-go HR support. You contact us with a specific issue, we give you clear professional advice, and you pay only for the time we spend on it.

There is no retainer, no ongoing arrangement and no expectation of future work. You get exactly the support you need — dealt with properly, by qualified HR professionals who will tell you what you actually need to hear.

If we think your situation needs more than ad-hoc support can efficiently provide, we will tell you clearly and without pressure. Our job is to help you get the right outcome — not to sell you something you don't need.

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Same-day response
We aim to respond to all ad-hoc enquiries within the same working day. Tell us it's urgent and we prioritise accordingly.
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Clear, honest advice
We tell you what's required, why it matters and whether the issue needs more involved support — so you can make informed decisions and budget accordingly.
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Focused and proportionate
We deal with the issue at hand efficiently. No unnecessary process, no drawn-out involvement, no padding the hours.
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No hidden costs
You know the rate before we begin. First hour upfront, then 30-minute increments only if needed. No surprises at invoice.
Transparent Pricing

Simple. Fair.
No surprises.

First Hour
£100upfront
Charged before we begin. Covers the first hour of consultancy — advice, review, drafting or discussion, as needed.
Paid before work commences
Full hour of professional time
Written summary provided where relevant
Additional Time
£50per 30 mins
If the matter requires more than an hour, additional time is billed in 30-minute increments. We will always tell you before the clock runs on.
Billed only if required
Agreed before we continue
No rounding up to full hours
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When To Use It

Six situations where
ad-hoc support fits.

These are the most common reasons businesses come to us for one-off support. If your situation doesn't fit neatly — get in touch anyway.
01
Employee Issues
A conduct issue, capability concern or unexplained absence that needs addressing now. We advise on the right approach and keep you on the right side of employment law.
02
Difficult Conversations
A meeting you need to handle correctly — whether a performance discussion, a sensitive personal matter or the start of a formal process. We prepare you properly.
03
Decision Sense-Checking
Before you act, check your position. We review the situation, tell you where you stand and whether the action you are considering is defensible.
04
Employment Law Queries
Understanding your obligations — notice periods, statutory entitlements, contractual rights, or what the law actually requires you to do in a given situation.
05
Document & Letter Review
A contract clause you are unsure about. A letter you have drafted. A proposed settlement. We review it, flag the risks and tell you what needs to change.
06
Quick HR Guidance
Something has come up and you need a straight answer from someone who knows what they are talking about. No jargon, no waffle — just clear, honest advice.
How It Works

Three steps.
Start to finish.

01

Tell us what you're dealing with

A brief message or call is all we need. Describe the situation — who is involved, what has happened and what you need to decide or do. No lengthy forms, no intake process.

02

We assess and advise

We review the situation, identify the risks and give you clear, honest guidance on what the right approach is, what the law requires and what your options are. If it needs more than one hour, we tell you before proceeding.

03

You act with confidence

You leave the conversation knowing exactly where you stand and what to do next. If the issue develops or needs further support, we are here — but there is no obligation and no expectation.

Common Questions

What you need to know.

The first hour is charged upfront at £100 before we begin. After that, any additional time is billed in 30-minute increments at £50 per half-hour. You will always know where you stand — we will tell you if the issue looks like it will take longer than an hour before we proceed.
It is at the lower end of the market for qualified, experienced HR consultancy. Many generalist HR advisers charge £120–£175 per hour. Our rate reflects our belief that good HR advice should be accessible to businesses of all sizes — not just those with large HR budgets.
We will tell you honestly. If the situation needs more sustained involvement than ad-hoc support can efficiently provide — a formal process, a restructure, an ongoing case — we will recommend a project-based approach or retainer and explain why. No pressure either way.
We aim to respond to all ad-hoc enquiries within the same working day. For urgent matters, tell us in your initial message and we will prioritise accordingly.
No. Ad-hoc support is available to any business, regardless of whether you are on a retainer or have worked with us before. Simply get in touch and we will take it from there.
Only if it makes sense for you. If after working with us you decide you want more structured support, we can discuss a retainer or project. But there is no expectation or obligation — ad-hoc is a perfectly complete service in its own right.
Thinking Longer Term?

If your HR needs are recurring,
a retainer may work out better.

Ad-hoc works well for isolated issues. But if people questions come up regularly, a monthly retainer gives you unlimited support, full Trident Command access and an HR function that knows your business — for a fixed monthly fee from £250.

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Something come up?
Let's deal with it.

Tell us what you are dealing with. We will tell you what you need and what it will cost — before any commitment is required.

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0330 133 6933
Same-day response · £100 first hour · No commitment