We provide a comprehensive, one-stop solution for your entire people management strategy. While we are experts at drafting robust employment contracts and policies, our work in London extends to providing strategic, operational, and tactical support for businesses across the country. As your dedicated outsourced partner, we do more than simply resolve workplace issues; our primary focus is to add tangible value, helping you reach your commercial milestones through sophisticated people management.
Established in 2009 by Liz, HR Surgery is built upon a foundation of extensive experience with major blue-chip corporations. Her founding vision was to ensure that high-level consultancy and bespoke employment contracts and policies remained accessible to the SME sector without the overheads of a full-time internal department. For our clients in London, this means receiving corporate-grade expertise tailored to a smaller business scale.
Since our inception, we have maintained steady growth, assisting organisations with everything from daily employment guidance to intricate HR projects. In 2022, Lloyd joined as Business Development Director, further strengthening our strategic and marketing reach. Together, we are committed to delivering the premium HR support that allows our clients’ businesses to flourish within London and throughout the wider UK.
EXCELLENT Based on 41 reviews Posted on Ryan McCarthy11/02/2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have worked with Liz’s team at the HR surgery for a number of years, utilising a range of services for our small business (approx 10 employees). We have used their recruitment service to support candidate screening and interviewing to successfully fill two roles. We have used their specialist led HR consultancy services to support with policy and process development, as well as for advice on employee relations matters. I have found the team to always be commercially aware and responsive. They have got to know our business well to allow them to provide tailored advice and guidance. Where we have needed more specific support the HR surgery have been excellent in connecting us with subject specialists. I would highly recommend HR surgery to other SME owners.Posted on Shuang Man15/01/2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We started using HR Surgery from a year ago, they provide brilliant outsourced HR support for small businesses like ours, they are extremely responsive to queries, very approachable and professional at same time. We are happy with their services.Posted on Jan Treacher06/01/2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A great refresher management training course. The content was useful and relevant, and it was delivered in a relaxed, engaging, and entertaining way, which made it really enjoyable. I came away with practical reminders and insights, and I’m looking forward to completing the rest of the course series.Posted on Sofia Bune Strandh07/10/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have worked with Liz and her team for many years and can really recommend them. They are thorough, commercial and very easy to work with!Posted on Joanne Goldsmith06/10/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. On behalf of The Concierge Department at One Traveller - we found the Soft Sales Training to be incredibly useful and informative. The training was completely tailored to our business needs, therefore we could identify with the pointers and training much more effectively. The team are utilising the pointers with their daily calls and they feel more confident in leading the conversations. We cant wait for the next one! Many thanks JoPosted on Jeremy03/10/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. i have now used HR Surgery twice on both occasions they have been supportive, professional ,knowledgeable and have helped us resolve complex HR issues . On this occasion Helen Wheatley went above and beyond what I could haven hoped for and was always available for questions or guidancePosted on Eight On The River23/07/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I very much recommend HR Surgery for HR advice. Liz and her team are consummate professionals who are knowledgeable, responsive and efficient whilst also being very approachable.It's clear that they care about the service they provide and I believe that they represent great value for money. We appreciate the advice they have given us to date which always ensures that we are on the right side of current legislation. Many thanks Liz and team!Posted on Alan Perestrello02/06/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have worked with Liz and her team at HR Surgery for over 15 years and depend on them to support us in all aspects of HR & People management. The advice is always practical and the team are proactive which is great.Posted on Nicky Taylor19/05/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were delighted with the training sessions HR Surgery devised for our retail managers. The content was exactly what we had hoped for (if not better) and fully engaged the team. The managers were energised and enthused throughout, and will hopefully will start challenging their own capabilities and putting into practice some of their learnings around ownership and influence. Huge thanks again to Lucy for creating such excellent content tailored to our specific needs.Posted on Oliver Fletcher12/12/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have used the HR Surgery for around a year now and are very impressed. They are professional and personable. They are brilliant at what they do and I would highly recommend.

With employment law in a state of constant evolution, staying abreast of changes can be a significant challenge while managing daily operations. However, maintaining compliance is about more than just risk mitigation; it serves to build a culture of trust, clarity, and professional confidence throughout your entire workforce.
As a specialist provider of employment contracts and policies, we develop bespoke HR procedures and employee handbooks specifically tailored to the way your organisation functions. For our clients in London, we also supply custom offer letters, contracts of employment, and practical templates. This ensures your business remains exceptionally organised and legally protected, allowing you to focus on growth while we manage the complexities of your regulatory requirements.
Utilising employment contracts and policies that are specifically engineered for your company’s unique requirements, rather than relying on generic templates, ensures your staff receive transparent and relevant guidance from their first day. For businesses in London, this bespoke approach allows for a precise definition of roles, responsibilities, and professional standards, which significantly reduces the risk of misunderstandings and keeps your operations fully aligned with regulatory demands.
Beyond the initial drafting phase, we offer active, hands-on assistance to help you roll out your updated employment contracts and policies. We provide expert guidance to managers in London on how to communicate these vital updates effectively to their teams. This comprehensive support ensures your organisation remains fully compliant with the most recent UK employment legislation while maintaining a positive and informed workplace culture.

Strategic Employment Contracts and Policies for Long-Term Success
We are dedicated to helping our clients’ organisations flourish by ensuring their employment contracts and policies, people processes, and workplace culture are engineered for growth. For businesses in London, we ensure these elements operate seamlessly and deliver tangible commercial value. By aligning your fundamental documentation with your overarching business goals, we help establish the foundation required for a high-performing and motivated team.
As we continue to expand our reach, we remain committed to maintaining the “boutique” feel of our consultancy. This ensures that your employment contracts and policies are developed with our core values at the heart of the process. We provide the personalised, expert-led support that organisations in London need to remain fully compliant while simultaneously fostering a positive and productive employee experience.

From your very first hire to a team of ninety, we provide employment contracts and policies that are personal, responsive, and shaped around your specific business needs. We work with clients across more than 15 different sectors, from start-ups taking on their first employee to established SMEs with teams of ninety.
Whether your workforce consists of one person, twenty, or ninety, you will receive professional and efficient HR support to ensure your employment contracts and policies remain compliant and effective. Our down-to-earth approach ensures your business is protected by robust documentation as you scale.
Our client base spans a wide array of sectors, including professional services, finance, property, healthcare, hospitality, and technology, alongside creative industries and charities. What these organisations all value is access to responsive, straightforward HR support from specialists who invest the time to understand their specific culture and goals. We deliver employment contracts and policies for businesses in London that are built around your precise requirements, deliberately moving away from the use of generic templates.
We avoid “one-size-fits-all” solutions or simple “box-ticking” exercises. Instead, we focus on building genuine relationships to ensure the employment contracts and policies we provide for your London operations are relevant, practical, and perfectly aligned with your unique way of working. This tailored approach ensures your documentation is a functional asset that supports your team and protects your business as it evolves.

We are dedicated to delivering premium HR and people solutions that provide tangible value to our clients’ organisations. As part of this commitment, we ensure that your employment contracts and policies are developed through a truly collaborative process. For our clients in London, we work alongside a trusted network of professional partners whose specialist expertise perfectly complements our own, ensuring your documentation is both robust and comprehensive.
If your organisation could benefit from professionally drafted employment contracts and policies, or any of our broader strategic HR services, please get in touch. We would be pleased to discuss your specific requirements and provide the expert support your business in London needs to achieve long-term success.
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We’re dedicated to helping our clients’ businesses thrive by ensuring their people processes, systems, and workplace culture are designed for success, operate seamlessly, and deliver tangible value.
As we continue to grow, we’re committed to maintaining the ‘boutique’ feel of our consultancy, with our core values at the heart of everything we do.
Find Our Nearest Office
With professional hubs located at both Gorselands Close in West Byfleet and Oxford Gardens in London, HR Surgery is perfectly positioned to support businesses throughout Surrey, the capital, and the wider UK.
Our reach as a specialist outsourced HR consultancy allows us to provide on-site and remote assistance across a broad regional network. In London, we are active in Kensington, Hammersmith, Clapham, Battersea, Waterloo, and the City of London, as well as Southwark, Wimbledon, and Richmond. Simultaneously, our Surrey presence ensures dedicated strategic and operational HR support for clients in West Byfleet, Weybridge, Woking, Guildford, Esher, Cobham, and Kingston.
By operating from two strategic bases, HR Surgery delivers the local insight and national expertise your SME requires. Whether you are based in the heart of London or throughout Surrey, our consultants are on hand to manage your HR audits, employee relations, and compliance needs, ensuring your business remains protected and your people management is effective.
FAQs
We operate as a comprehensive HR consultancy dedicated to supporting SMEs across the UK. Since 2009, our team has provided strategic and operational support throughout the entire employment lifecycle. For our clients requiring employment contracts and policies, we deliver bespoke documentation and day-to-day guidance in London to ensure your people strategy drives commercial success.
We collaborate with businesses of all sizes, from start-ups making their initial hire to established SMEs with up to ninety employees. Our expertise spans numerous sectors, including finance, healthcare, and technology. If you are looking to secure your business with professional employment contracts and policies in London, we invite you to inquire about how our tailored approach can protect your assets and improve staff retention.
We act as a genuine business partner rather than a distant external provider. Our advice is practical and strictly aligned with your commercial objectives. We move away from generic templates, ensuring that all employment contracts and policies we develop for your London premises reflect your unique culture and people, ultimately increasing your operational ROI.
Our service suite covers everything from recruitment and performance management to disciplinaries and wellbeing. We specialise in the creation of robust employment contracts and policies, providing SMEs in London with the legal protection and structural clarity needed to scale effectively and safely.
Absolutely; supporting the SME sector is the heart of our mission. Whether you need ad-hoc advice or a fully outsourced department, we provide flexible solutions that evolve with you. By implementing professional employment contracts and policies early on, your London business can establish a solid foundation for sustainable growth and increased profitability.
We manage the end-to-end hiring process, from drafting job descriptions to final onboarding. Our focus on long-term suitability helps you avoid expensive recruitment errors. For companies in London, we ensure that all new hires are integrated with clear employment contracts and policies, protecting your investment from day one.
We facilitate interactive programmes ranging from leadership development to DiSC behavioural profiling. As an experienced HR business partner, we help teams across London and Surrey collaborate more effectively. Improving the skills of your workforce is a direct way to boost output; contact us to find out how our training sessions can enhance your team’s performance.
Ensuring your organisation stays compliant with UK employment law is a critical part of our service. From our offices in West Byfleet and London, we provide expert guidance on redundancies, TUPE, and disciplinaries. Our outsourced HR consultancy reduces your legal risk, safeguarding your finances and allowing you to invest more into your core business activities.
We provide both long-term partnerships and project-based assistance, such as HR audits or policy overhauls. Many clients in London and Surrey choose to retain us as their ongoing HR business partner to ensure consistent results. We encourage you to inquire about which model best suits your current needs to maximise the value we bring to your organisation.
We assist in defining your company values and building an environment where staff can thrive. By aligning your people strategies with your broader business goals in London or Surrey, we create a more engaged workforce. A positive culture is proven to reduce turnover and increase productivity, significantly impacting your business ROI.
We maintain a significant presence in London and Surrey, with strategic locations in Oxford Gardens and West Byfleet. As a specialist outsourced HR consultancy, we are also equipped to support businesses across the entire UK, providing local insight with a national reach.
Our consultants are highly seasoned professionals with backgrounds across multiple industries. This breadth of experience allows us to provide commercially minded advice to clients in Surrey and London. By choosing us as your HR business partner, you gain access to high-level expertise designed to deliver a real impact on your business’s financial and operational success.
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