Clear People
Professional HR expertise that protects your business, enhances performance, and gives you peace of mind, without the overhead of an in-house team
Expert HR Solutions for Small & Medium-sized Businesses
Running a successful business means having the right people and the right HR practices in place. But we understand that as an SME, you might not need (or want) a full-time HR department. That's where we come in.
Clear People – home to The People Consultancy, our original HR consultancy brand – provides comprehensive, fractional and outsourced HR support that grows with your business. Think of us as your outsourced HR department – there when you need us, scaling up or down as your business changes, without the overhead of a permanent hire. Whether you're facing your first disciplinary issue, managing long-term sickness, need to upgrade your contracts and handbooks, or want a fully outsourced HR function handling everything from day-to-day queries to strategic workforce planning, we deliver practical solutions that protect your business while supporting your people.
With over 20 years of experience working specifically with SMEs, Emily Perry and the Clear People team know that you need more than just HR advice – you need a partner who understands the unique challenges of growing a small business. From urgent people issues that need immediate attention, to building the HR infrastructure that supports your next stage of growth, we're here to help you navigate the complex world of employment with confidence.
Our Approach: Practical. Human-centered. Results-driven
We work as your dedicated HR partner, providing practical solutions that protect your business while supporting your people. Whether you're navigating a complex disciplinary case, managing a difficult return-to-work, or looking to strengthen your performance management processes, we provide clear, actionable guidance – tailored to your business, not off-the-shelf policies.
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The People Consultancy is part of ClearPeople Consulting Ltd
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From handling complex disciplinaries and managing long-term sickness to developing robust contracts and handbooks, we provide the expert HR support you need to protect and grow your business.
Emily Perry founded The People Consultancy, specialising in transforming SMEs into high-performing, legally compliant operations. Emily later joined forces with Caroline Daniel to create Clear People, bringing together their combined expertise to offer an even broader range of HR support to growing businesses. With a proven track record across multiple sectors, we help business owners navigate everything from day-to-day employee relations to strategic HR planning – with the practical, no-nonsense guidance that keeps your business moving forward.
Whether you're dealing with urgent people issues or looking to strengthen your HR foundations, take the first step toward expert support.
“Emily and The People Consultancy stepped in at a critical time when we were dealing with a sensitive employee exit. Her expertise and calm guidance through this complex situation gave me the confidence to handle it professionally while protecting my business..”
— Emma Warren, Director - Elite Staffing Solutions
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