Got an HR problem right now? Urgent HR help for employers
Don’t lose sleep over it. Talk to an experienced HR consultant who will help you put it right.
Act quickly, but don’t act in a hurry
When something goes wrong with a member of staff, it’s tempting to deal with it there and then. But a decision made in the heat of the moment, or a step missed in the process, is often what turns a problem into a tribunal claim. Get the right advice first. It’s quicker and cheaper than fixing it later.
HR problems we help with
Misconduct and disciplinaries
Lateness, rule breaking, theft or gross misconduct. Handled fairly and by the book.
A grievance or complaint
An employee has raised a complaint, including bullying or harassment.
Sickness and absence
Frequent short absences, long-term sickness or someone signed off with stress.
Poor performance
Someone isn’t doing their job well enough and you don’t know where to start.
Threat of a claim
A member of staff, or ex-member of staff, is threatening a tribunal or has contacted Acas.
Difficult conversations
Redundancy, a protected conversation, or a falling-out in the team that needs sorting.
What to do before you call us
- Don’t dismiss on the spot. Even for serious misconduct, you need a fair process first.
- Write down what happened. Dates, times, who was there and what was said.
- Keep it confidential. Only tell the people who need to know.
- Don’t ignore a complaint. A grievance needs a response, even if you think it has no basis.
- Gather any paperwork. Their contract, your policies and any emails or messages.

How we help you put it right
Tell us what’s happened
Call us or book a call. We’ll listen, ask the right questions and look at any paperwork.
Get clear advice
Plain-English advice on your options, the risks and exactly what to do next.
We see it through with you
Letters, investigations and meetings, with your consultant there in person when it matters.
Two ways we can work with you
One-off help
We help you deal with this problem at a clear day rate, agreed with you up front so there are no surprises.
Best value
Retained HR support
This problem, and the next one, covered for one fixed monthly fee. Unlimited advice, investigations included, and your own dedicated consultant on a one-year contract.

Talk to us now
The sooner you call, the more options you have. Tell us what’s going on and we’ll help you work out the next step.
01668 497 016 hello@cheviothr.co.uk
