Your People Questions Answered — Without the Cost of Full-Time HR
Expert HR guidance on your side, every month. So you can lead your team with confidence and stop second-guessing the hard calls.
Managing people is one of the most important — and most complex — parts of running a business. But for most small and mid-sized organizations, hiring a full-time HR professional isn't the right move yet.
HR on Retainer gives you a trusted HR partner in your corner every month. Someone who knows your business, understands your team, and is ready to help you navigate whatever comes up — before it becomes a bigger problem.
Think of it as having an experienced HR professional on your team, without the overhead.
Ongoing Phone & Email Support Have a question about a difficult conversation, a performance issue, or an employee situation you've never dealt with before? Reach out and get a thoughtful, practical answer from someone who knows HR — and knows your business.
Employee Relations Guidance Support navigating the day-to-day people challenges that come with leading a team — from conflict between coworkers to responding to a resignation you didn't see coming.
Performance Conversation Support Guidance on how to approach performance issues, structure feedback conversations, and document things properly. So you feel prepared, not panicked.
HR Project Support Your retainer isn't just for questions — it also includes hands-on support with HR projects that come up throughout the year, like updating your employee manual, running a performance review cycle, or revising job descriptions.
Mentorship for HR Professionals Have a junior HR team member who needs support and guidance? We can act as a mentor and sounding board, helping them grow their skills and confidence on the job.
In-the-Moment Crisis Support When something urgent happens — a complaint, a workplace incident, an unexpected termination — you'll have someone experienced to call who can help you respond calmly and correctly.
What You Get with HR on Retainer
Our Process
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Book a Complimentary Call We'll chat about your business, your team size, and the kinds of HR support you're looking for. No commitment required.
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We Find the Right Fit Based on your needs, we'll recommend a retainer structure that makes sense for your organization — so you're only paying for what you actually need.
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We Become Part of Your Team Once we get started, we hit the ground running. You'll have a dedicated HR partner who learns your culture and is ready to support you month after month.
“Lindsay at Equal People HR has been absolutely fantastic to work with. The systems and processes she's put in place are easy to navigate, efficient, and take so much stress out of HR tasks. I really enjoyed the monthly calls.”
— CFO, Not-for-ProfitIs this right for you?
HR on Retainer is a great fit if:
You're a small to mid-sized business without a dedicated HR department
You have a small HR team that needs an experienced sounding board and extra capacity
People issues come up regularly and you want expert guidance when they do
You want to be more proactive about HR — not just reactive when things go sideways
You want the peace of mind of knowing help is always a phone call away
Need focused support for a one-time initiative instead? Check out our HR Projects service.
More Than Just Advice
A lot of HR consultants will give you generic guidance. We take the time to actually understand your business — your culture, your team dynamics, your leadership style — so the support you get is always relevant and practical.
Our clients don't just get answers. They get a partner who helps them become more confident, more consistent, and more capable people leaders over time.
That's the difference.
“Lindsay's one-on-one support was exceptional. I truly felt she really cared about helping me and our business. She took the time to understand my situation and worked with me to find a positive solution.”
— Office Manager, Real Estate Company
Need focused support for a one-time initiative instead?
Check out our HR Projects services.
FAQs
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You may only need support and expertise a few times a year or when working on a major project. Outsourcing HR allows you to get the knowledge and support you need, at the investment that is right for you.
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Each organization has different needs so whether you’re a start up needing some foundational documents or an established company looking for strategic advising, outsourcing is able to get you the knowledge and support needed at the right time.
While it is common to wait until you run into a problem, we want to help you avoid those sticky situations by taking a more proactive approach.
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HR on Retainer offers a streamlined, ongoing solution for companies seeking expert guidance on essential HR tasks without breaking the bank. This service provides flexibility, on-demand assistance, and strategic insights for a fraction of the cost of hiring a full-time HR professional.
Ideal for small businesses that don’t need a full-time HR professional on staff or companies with small HR teams needing some extra hands on deck!
Some ways you may find this helpful:
Unlimited phone call and email support
Support with HR projects like employee manual updates, performance reviews, employee engagement
Mentorship for developing HR professionals
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Sometimes you need specific support for HR challenges or initiatives that come up in your business. These projects can range from designing new HR policies and systems, implementing a new HR software, or managing organizational restructuring.
Project work is tailored to your unique objectives and business needs.
Some projects you may love extra hands on:
Employee policy manual audits & updates
Employment contracts
Job Descriptions & Org Design
Employee engagement surveys
Investigations & Conflict Resolution
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It all starts with a hello!
We will reach out to go over any challenges or opportunities you are facing to identify what support and services you are looking for. From there, we will provide you with our recommendations on how best to move forward. If everything looks great to you, we will get started.
There is no pressure. If nothing else, we get to chat with some amazing humans like you!
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That’s okay! Our services listed are not comprehensive and there will be services we provide that aren’t necessarily listed. Please reach out to us to chat about your specific needs and we will take it from there.