HR in-Hours
Brighton-based · face-to-face or remote

HR made simple,
human & stress-free

Expert HR support for small businesses — friendly, practical, and grounded in real-world experience. Simple HR help, downloadable templates and easy employment law advice. Our team comes to you in Brighton or supports you fully online.

Coming soon HR Local Business Networking Events in Sussex — connecting Brighton & Sussex businesses Register interest
Brighton-based
Face-to-face in Brighton & Sussex
Remote support available
People-first HR
15+
Years HR experience
EDI
Inclusive workplaces
Face-to-face & remote
100%
People-first approach
Meet your HR partner
Annemarie Siklawi, HR Consultant Brighton, founder of HR in-Hours Ltd

Annemarie Siklawi

Founder & Lead Consultant · HR in-Hours

Annemarie founded HR in-Hours to bring warm, practical HR to small businesses who deserve better than call centres and confusing legal jargon. Working with a network of experienced HR and training professionals, HR in-Hours delivers expert support across a range of specialisms — always grounded in business reality, not just theory.

We work closely with businesses to build fair, supportive workplaces where people can genuinely do their best work — embedding good people practices into everyday culture, not just policy documents.

Proudly rooted in Brighton, we are one of Brighton and Sussex's most accessible and good value HR consultancies. Our team brings local knowledge and a genuine belief that good HR makes businesses stronger — whatever their size, sector, or stage.

Employment LawEquality & Inclusion Employee RelationsHealth & Wellbeing RecruitmentPeople Strategy
What I can help with

HR support across the board

From day-to-day people management to trickier employment law situations — here's where the HR in-Hours team makes your life easier. Serving businesses across Brighton, Hove, and Sussex.

Employment contracts & handbooks

Watertight contracts and clear staff handbooks that reflect how your business actually works — updated as law changes.

Employment law & compliance

Stay on the right side of UK employment law without needing a law degree. Clear, practical advice whenever you need it.

Recruitment & onboarding

Hire the right people the right way — from job descriptions and interviews to offer letters and smooth onboarding.

Equality, diversity & inclusion

Build a genuinely fair and inclusive workplace — EDI reviews, policy development, and embedding good practice into everyday culture.

Disciplinaries & grievances

Handle difficult situations fairly and legally — investigations, hearings, appeals, and outcome letters handled with care.

Health, wellbeing & absence

Manage absence effectively and support employee wellbeing — policies, return-to-work processes, and reasonable adjustments.

Step one

Start with an HR Audit

Before ongoing support kicks in, we do a thorough deep-dive into your current HR setup — so you get a clear, honest picture of where things stand.

HR Audit

£500
One-off · invoiced before we start

A jargon-free written report and prioritised action plan — what's working, what needs updating, and exactly what to tackle first. Our team can visit you in Brighton or work with you fully remotely.

Ongoing support

Our plans

All plans give you a dedicated HR partner who knows your business — no bots, no call centres, no strangers. Just real people who care.

Remote
Fully online · wherever you are
£300
per month
  • HR advice by phone & email
  • Video calls whenever you need
  • Contracts & handbook maintained
  • HR letters & correspondence
  • Perfect if you prefer working online
Essentials
In-person or remote · Brighton & Sussex
£550
per month
  • Up to 3 hours HR support per month
  • At least one on-site visit included
  • Phone, video or email — your choice
  • Contracts & handbook maintained
  • HR letters & correspondence
  • Extra hours at £120/hr if needed

Complex matters (formal grievances, disciplinary hearings, redundancy, settlement agreements) are charged at £120/hr across all plans — always agreed in advance, no surprises.

Order a bespoke staff handbook

Choose from our instant download template or a fully bespoke handbook created for your business. Either way you get a legally compliant, professionally written document.

Instant download
Essential Handbook — DIY Template
£149

A luxury, professionally designed Word document template — fully UK law compliant, ready to customise with your logo and company details. No waiting, no back and forth, instant download.

Holiday & absence Disciplinary & grievance Equal opportunities Health & safety Flexible working Add your own logo
This template reflects UK employment law at the time of purchase. We recommend reviewing annually or when legislation changes. HR in-Hours Ltd accepts no liability for changes in law after the date of purchase.
Preview a free sample first Buy & download now — £149

— or let us create it for you —

Essential Handbook — Done For You£250

Covers the legal essentials every business needs — professionally written and ready to use.

Contracts overviewHoliday & absenceDisciplinary & grievanceEqual opportunitiesHealth & safety basics

What happens after you pay:

  • Our team contacts you within 2 working days
  • She gathers your business details securely
  • Your bespoke handbook is delivered within 7-10 working days
  • One round of revisions included
Buy now — £250
Full Handbook — Done For You£375

Everything in Essential, plus additional policies tailored to your sector and team.

All Essential policiesFlexible workingSocial mediaWellbeing & mental healthParental leaveGDPR
Comprehensive Handbook — Done For You£500

A fully bespoke, sector-specific handbook — ideal for growing teams who want everything covered.

All Full policiesSector-specific policiesPerformance managementRedundancy policyWhistleblowingCustom branding guidance

Order your handbook

Selected: Essential Handbook — £250

Please don't share confidential information here — Annemarie will set up a secure way to share documents once she's reviewed your order.

Our team will review your order and be in touch within 2 working days to confirm and arrange payment. Files are kept securely and never shared. Privacy policy

Order received!

Our team will be in touch within 2 working days to confirm your handbook and arrange payment. Exciting!

Client stories

What our clients say

Don't just take our word for it — here's what businesses across Brighton and Sussex say about working with HR in-Hours.

★★★★★

"Annemarie is absolutely amazing — she completely transformed how we operate. Her operational management expertise is second to none and she helped us put proper processes in place that actually work for our business. Professional, warm and always on hand when we need her. Couldn't recommend her more highly."

Dolalli
Hair Salon · Brighton
★★★★★

"We had some urgent HR processes that needed sorting on a very tight timescale — Annemarie stepped in without hesitation and got everything done quickly, professionally and without any fuss. When you're under pressure the last thing you need is someone who can't keep up. She absolutely delivered. Cannot recommend highly enough."

Sophie
QED Sameday Courier Ltd
★★★★★

"Finally an HR consultant who actually gets small businesses and explains things in a way that makes total sense. Our contracts and handbook were sorted so quickly — and knowing we have Annemarie to call when something comes up is genuinely priceless."

Claire W.
Director, boutique retailer · Lewes
Why HR in-Hours

A real person, not a helpline

Our team works with small businesses who want HR that feels personal — practical, warm, and always on your side.

We get to know you

We visit your workplace or meet on a call — building a genuine understanding of your business, your team, and your culture.

Face-to-face or remote

In-person visits in Brighton and Sussex, or fully online — you choose what works best for your business.

Fixed monthly cost

A predictable fee every month — no unexpected bills, no meters running in the background.

Plain English, always

We translate employment law into clear, practical advice you can act on straight away.

Quick when it matters

When a people issue comes up, you get fast answers — not a 48-hour wait for a callback.

Always compliant

Contracts and handbooks updated as UK employment law changes — so you never have to worry.

Always looking to partner with talented people

The HR in-Hours network is growing — and we're always keen to hear from experienced HR and Training freelancers who share our values. Whether you specialise in a particular sector, training delivery, or employment law, we'd love to connect.

We believe in building a network of brilliant, like-minded professionals who put people first — so if that sounds like you, get in touch.

HR Freelancers Training Specialists Employment Law Advisors Wellbeing Coaches EDI Consultants

Express your interest

Thanks for reaching out!

Annemarie will review your details and be in touch soon. Great to meet you!

FAQ

Common questions

Answers to the things small business owners ask us most often.

Do I need HR support if I only have a small team?
Absolutely — small teams often need good HR more than large ones. One bad hire, one mishandled disciplinary, or one non-compliant contract can have a big impact. HR in-Hours is built for small businesses who want proper support without the cost of an in-house HR manager.
Can you support my business if I'm not in Brighton?
Yes! The Remote plan (£300/month) is designed exactly for this — full HR support by phone, email and video call, wherever you're based. Many of our clients find the remote service just as personal and effective as in-person.
What does the HR Audit involve and how long does it take?
A thorough review of your contracts, handbook, policies, pay, and compliance. In person in Brighton or remotely. You'll receive a written report and prioritised action plan, usually within 5–7 working days.
Do I have to do the audit before starting a retainer?
Yes — it's the essential first step. It means we understand exactly where your business stands before we start, so advice is always relevant and targeted. Urgent issues get flagged straight away too.
What counts as complex HR work charged at £120/hr?
Formal grievance investigations, disciplinary hearings and appeals, potential dismissals, redundancy processes, and settlement agreements. We always agree scope and cost in advance — no surprises.
How long does a bespoke staff handbook take?
Most handbooks are delivered within 7–10 working days of receiving your order and any existing documents. If you need it urgently, just mention it and Annemarie will do her best to accommodate.

HR Local Business Networking Events in Sussex

HR in-Hours is launching a series of friendly, practical networking events for Brighton and Sussex business owners — covering HR, employment law, and building great workplace cultures. Register your interest and be the first to know when dates are confirmed.

Let's talk about your business

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