HR Support Services

We offer monthly HR support services for small- to medium-sized businesses, nationwide.

Here are some scenarios where our services might be helpful:

• On-Demand HR Support: For businesses that want occasional, flexible small business HR support.
  • If this is you, you might like our HR On-Demand service level!

• Ongoing HR Support: For growing teams that need more ongoing HR support services, but not an entire HR department.
  • If this is you, you might like our HR Partner (or Partner+) service level!

• Fully Outsourced HR Support: For businesses that want very robust, fractional HR support in the long term. We’d essentially be your HR department.
  • If this is you, you might like our Total HR service level!

There are three service levels for you to choose from based on your HR support needs. View them here!

At HR Annie Consulting, we offer three service levels that allow us to reserve time for a dedicated HR Consultant to work with you monthly.

Our three service levels are HR On-Demand, HR Partner, and Total HR (listed from least to most HR support).

We are very custom in our outsourced/fractional HR services approach based on your needs, but are structured in reserving time with your dedicated consultant to be there when you need us via phone, email, virtually, and occasionally onsite.

Together, we will review your needs and make a recommendation to get started!

To choose the right HR support, consider how much guidance you need and how involved you want us to be.

Here’s a quick look at our three service levels, from least to most support:

Choose our HR On-Demand service level if:

You need occasional support (2-5 hours per month) for quick answers, compliance help, or short-term projects.

Choose our HR Partner service level if:

You have some HR resources but want a strategic partner to help you guide projects, build processes, and ensure compliance. This ongoing support usually ranges from 6-15 hours per month.

Choose our Total HR service level if:

You need a fully integrated HR team to handle day-to-day operations, employee relations, and leadership support. This level provides 20+ hours per month, acting as your complete HR department, or until you’re ready to hire internally.

Still unsure? We’re happy to help you find the service level that best fits your business!

Our three HR support service levels mainly differ in how much support you need and how integrated we are with your team:

• HR On-Demand is the most flexible, as-needed option. It’s ideal if you just need occasional guidance, quick answers, or help with specific questions. You reach out when something comes up, and we’re there to support you.
• HR Partner is a more consistent, strategic relationship. We work alongside your internal team (or whoever is handling HR) to provide ongoing guidance, support projects, and help build or refine your HR strategy.
• Total HR is the most comprehensive level. We essentially act as your HR department, handling day-to-day needs, leading projects, and supporting your leadership team with fully integrated, ongoing HR support.

In short:

On-Demand service level = occasional support

HR Partner service level = ongoing, strategic collaboration

Total HR service level = fully outsourced HR team

At HR Annie, we have a full suite of tools and services, from small business HR support and recruitment, to training and background checks, to help your business succeed:

• Benefits Design & Administration
• Business Exit, Mergers & Acquisition Support
• Conflict Resolution & Facilitation
• Employee Development Programs
• Employee Engagement Surveys & Programs
• Employee Relations Support
• Handbooks & Policies (Review & Design)
• HR Infrastructure Review & Recommendations
• Inclusion Strategy
• Job Descriptions
• Leaves Management
• Legal Required Postings
• Management & Leadership Development
• Onboarding
• Organizational Structure
• Performance Evaluation Methods
• Performance Management
• Personnel Files
• Pre-Employment Screening
• Protected Leaves of Absence
• Recruitment
• Safety Programs
• Separations & Terminations
• Strategic Planning
• Team Building
• Training
• Wage & Compensation
• Worker’s Compensation & Accident Response

For the most part, yes! Your service level covers the majority of your ongoing HR support needs.

That said, some specialized or one-off projects fall outside of your monthly support. For those, we offer flat-rate project pricing.

This can include things like building compensation structures, leadership 1:1 coaching, recruitment support, training, 360 reviews, employee engagement surveys, and other one-time projects.

We’ll always be upfront about what’s included and when something would be scoped separately, so there are no surprises!

Outsourced HR support (also known as fractional HR support) gives you access to expert HR support without hiring a full internal team. Here at HR Annie, we cater to small-to-medium-sized organizations looking for a cost-efficient, strategic HR support partner.

In-house HR means hiring someone internally to manage your HR tasks and projects. This is often a better fit for larger organizations with ongoing, high-volume needs.

Here are the key differences to consider:

• Cost: Outsourced HR support is generally more cost-effective for smaller businesses. With HR Annie, you get affordable expert support without the overhead of a full-time hire. In-house HR comes with more fixed costs, like salary and benefits.

• Expertise & Strategy: Fractional HR support with HR Annie gives you expert-level strategic guidance. You’ll get the same level of care and customization as in-house HR, plus access to our team with deep experience in recruiting, training, and pre-employment screening. In-house HR is limited to the expertise of the individual or team you hire.

• Scalability & Flexibility: You can easily scale your outsourced HR support services as your needs evolve. For example, you can switch between our three service levels as your HR needs increase or decrease. In-house HR is less flexible, requiring hiring or downsizing to adjust support.

Yes! HR Annie can help even if you’re handling HR on your own, have recently lost HR staff, or need an interim HR department.

Our fractional HR support services are designed to be very flexible and tailored to your needs.

Whether you need a full HR team in your corner, an ongoing strategic partner, or just someone to call every now and then, we’ve got you covered!

No! While we’re based in Portland, Oregon, and work with many clients in the Pacific Northwest, we support small- to medium-sized businesses across the country.

We can provide flexible HR support no matter where your team is located, even if you’re a multi-state operation. Our goal is to make HR support simple and accessible, so you can focus on running your business while we handle the rest!