Partnering with External Human Advisors: What You Need to Know

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If you own and operate a small or medium-sized business, you’ve no doubt run into the question of how to handle human resource needs. From hiring new team members to handling disputes and creating new company policies, HR matters play a key role in day-to-day operations. While larger firms may consider developing a dedicated in-house team of HR representatives, for most smaller organizations a more viable option is to partner with an external consultant that can be hired on an hourly basis, or contracted for a specific project.

There are many benefits to working with a skilled HR consultant, especially one that is able to bring an objective outside perspective into your organization. Whether you’re preparing to scale up and need assistance readying your team, want to give your managers access to accredited leadership training, need to deal with some issues that have arisen in the workplace, or need help with the various matters that come up in the process, Pivot HR is here to help. Learn more about the benefits of partnering with an HR consultant below!

What is the Role of an HR Consultant?

As the name suggests, the function of an external HR expert is to consult on a wide variety of matters pertaining to human resources. In addition to ensuring that your organization’s practices are in alignment with all relevant standards, the core goal of human resources is to facilitate a healthy, productive workplace in which employees are equipped to function efficiently and the organization is able to achieve its core goals and mission.

What Does an HR Consultant Do?

The scope of an HR consultant’s assistance ultimately comes down to your unique needs and goals. Human resources is an incredibly diverse field with no shortage functions, so partnering with someone who is able to conduct a workplace audit to see what services suit you best is vital. From vetting candidates during a hiring cycle to handling conflict resolution in a safe and respectful manner, an HR consultant is your first line of support when it comes to facing the many challenges that come with managing your workforce.

Partner with Pivot HR Today

With multiple decades of industry experience behind our team, Pivot HR understands just how important it is to have the right resources on hand when HR matters come to a head. We believe in partnering closely with our clients to develop a proactive and thorough plan designed to meet your specific needs for today, tomorrow, and the many years to come.

Pivot HR is pleased to offer our clients in British Columbia and Toronto the following services:

  • Coaching
  • Workplace investigations
  • Talent sourcing, hiring, and retention
  • Advisory services
  • Corporate leadership and executive training
  • Anti-bullying and harassment, and more.

Learn more about HR advisory services by contacting our team today.

What Our Clients say about us

“Robin and Mia were both exceptionally professional and responsive and understood our needs. Their work was of great quality. We are a small non-profit organization and we found them very easy and wonderful to work with. Great value and highly recommend.”

~ Joy Masuhara , Co-Chair Women Transforming Cities International Society

“Cindy is a remarkable professional coach, who goes well beyond expectations in supporting her clients’ development. She knows how to ask the right questions and uncover the real and deep issues that contribute to the limitations we put on ourselves. This type of personal exploration is tough work to do alone and remain committed to necessary change. Cindy’s approach and support made this process one of the most impactful experiences of my life, professionally and personally.”

~ Monique Cotton, Firm Administrator, JFK Law Corporation

“As a medium size business with over 100 employees working in very different areas of our operation, Pivot was able to quickly understand our HR needs and offer practical solutions. Robin and the Pivot team worked closely with our Leadership group to implement effective turnkey solutions on time and on budget. We will continue to use Pivot for our ongoing HR needs and would highly recommend their services.”

~ Adam Zubek, General Manager, Point Grey Golf & Country Club

Pivot HR Services provides personalized solutions for our organization’s human resources needs. By engaging their services, we have been able to successfully outsource our HR function, as the Pivot team has demonstrated their ability to understand the HR priorities of our workplace culture and industry.

~ Areef Abraham, Chief Executive Officer Community Power

“Robin developed our employee policy manual with the goal of engaging and retaining our current staff as well as attracting new ones in this highly competitive marketplace. Her in depth knowledge of current legislation and HR policies proved to be of significant benefit. I would highly recommend Robin and the team at Pivot HR Services.”

~ Christopher Soles, President, Nextgen Technologies Ltd.

“Robin has been and continues to be an outstanding resource for our organization to navigate HR issues as we grow. She always approaches problems with professionalism and a keen eye for our best interest. I’d certainly recommend Robin to anyone looking to elevate their HR processes.”

~ Karim Abraham, CEO, Kambo Energy Solutions

“Our firm turned to Robin for advice and guidance at a time when we faced a period of serious difficulty in managing our human resources. She assisted us through the process of putting our relationship with our staff on a stronger, more stable footing and helped us implement a complete overhaul of our human resources policies. We could not be more pleased with the work she has done and continues to do with us.”

~ Robert Janes, QC, Managing Principal JFK Law Corporation

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