HR Support for UK Retailers

Outsourced HR for Retail Businesses

We speak your language when it comes to…

  • Employment contracts and HR policies
  • Managing irregular working hours
  • Employment law compliance
  • Disciplinaries, grievances and disputes
  • HR software included at no extra cost
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Dedicated HR Advisors Who Know the Retail Sector

Retail HR is different. Staff turnover is high, hours change week to week, and employment disputes can flare up fast. We provide HR support for retail businesses built around how your operations actually work.

With Avensure, you'll have a dedicated advisor who understands retail, available whenever you need them.

 
Employment Contracts for Every Role

Full-time, part-time, zero-hours and seasonal — all legally compliant.

 
HR Documentation

Bespoke handbooks, absence policies and conduct letters drafted for your business.

 
Dispute and Grievance Handling

Guidance on disciplinaries, redundancies, TUPE and unfair dismissal.

 
Ongoing Compliance Support

Employment law changes constantly. We keep your retail business legally sound.

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HR Support for the UK Retailers
HR Services for the UK Retail Sector

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Manage Rotas, Absences & Documents in One Place

HR Software Included in All Packages

Developed by HR and H&S experts at Avensure, PeopleCloud gives you complete control over your employee management. Designed for SMEs, it centralises key tasks, saving you time and ensuring compliance.

  • Leave, absences & rota management
  • Manage HR and H&S tasks anytime, anywhere
  • Centralised document storage with e-sign
  • Real-time notifications
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HR Protect

Our flagship HR management service. Saves you time and keeps your business compliant.

Employment Law & HR Services

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Total Protect

The complete package for HR, Employment Law & H&S. Our full shield around your business.

Combined HR and H&S Service

H&S Protect

Practical solution led Health & Safety outsourcing. Keeping you & your business compliant.

Health & Safety Services

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Designated Advisor

Your specialist, an expert in your sector, always by your side

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Solve all HR and compliance issues at a fraction of the cost of an HR manager

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Trusted Experience

Supporting UK SMEs for over 14 years with bespoke solutions

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Why Choose Avensure?

Explore Our Service Packages

Our HR packages provide a tailored mix of expert HR consultancy, HR services and comprehensive employer protection, all at a fixed monthly fee.

Complete HR & Legal Protection for UK SMEs

Even more value, included as standard

Get 24/7 Peace of Mind with Avensure’s HR Outsourcing Services!

Simplify absence & leave management and save time on admin tasks.

Free PeopleCloud HR Software

PeopleCloud HR software

Enhance skills for owners and managers.

CPD-Approved Live Training

CPD-Approved Live Training

Employee Wellbeing Services

A variety of support options for your team.

Employee Wellbeing Services

Risk assessments, thorough documentation and more.

Health & Safety Support 

Health and safety support

Access to E-Learning

Upskill your entire team conveniently online.

E-Learning

Regular Articles & Updates

High quality content produced by our in-house experts weekly.

Regular Articles & Updates

24/7 HR Support & Advice

From single point of contact, your own sector specialist consultant.

HR Support & Advice

Unlimited Legal Support

From employment law advice to tribunal insurance, we keep your business risk-free.

Unlimited Legal Support

Customised HR Documentation

Protect your business with water-tight contracts and policies.

Customised HR Documentation
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Stay compliant and shield your business. Avoid costly tribunal claims and HR pitfalls.

Complete HR & Legal Protection for UK SMEs

Stay compliant and shield your business. Avoid costly tribunal claims and HR pitfalls.

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FAQs

Retail businesses face unique pressures such as seasonal staffing peaks, high turnover, and complex rota management. Effective HR support is crucial for handling temporary contracts and ensuring compliance across single stores or larger chains. Avensure protects your business by expertly managing issues like employee theft, attendance disputes, and performance, allowing you to focus on sales and customer service.

Our fixed-fee HR packages start from just £200 per month, offering a cost-effective solution for independent shops and franchises alike. This fee grants you unlimited 24/7 access to expert advice and legal protection. The final price is tailored to the size of your workforce and the number of retail locations you operate, ensuring you only pay for what you need. Click here to get a quick, no-obligation quote.

We provide a comprehensive suite of documentation tailored to the retail sector, including bespoke staff handbooks and contracts for permanent, temporary, and seasonal staff. Our team drafts policies covering essential areas such as store dress codes, loss prevention procedures, and social media use, ensuring your business remains fully compliant with UK employment law at all times.

Yes. You will be assigned a dedicated HR consultant who understands the fast-paced nature of the retail industry. Whether you manage a high-street boutique or a multi-site operation, your advisor will guide you through sector-specific issues like managing lay-offs, shift patterns, and disciplinary procedures. You also benefit from 24/7 access to our advice team for urgent advice whenever you need it.

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Tribunal Protection & Insurance

Legal disputes can be costly and time-consuming. Our HR Protect service provides insurance coverage, ensuring that as long as you follow our advice, you are financially protected against compensation claims.

 
Tribunal Fees & Compensation

Covers tribunal fees and compensation payouts so your business is never left exposed.

 
Reduced Financial Risk

Minimise your exposure to costly employment disputes with insurance-backed protection.

 
Expert Legal Support

Dedicated legal advisors guide you through every stage of the process.

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Avensure Ltd
4th Floor, St John’s House
2-10 Queen Street
Manchester
M2 5JB
Tel: 0800 182 2212

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