Many people think that HR is “just” policies and procedures but, for Fairfield HR, it is so much more. It’s about bringing out the best in your people so they can flourish. From mindset coaching to creative and innovative reward strategies, read on and get in touch to find out exactly how I can help take your HR to the next level!
I love recruiting awesome talent. I’ll also onboard them with energy and excitement and then help you create and maintain a nurturing environment where they can grow – getting the best out of them, and in turn getting the best for you and your business.
I can take care of all your HR, I can manage ad hoc projects, or anything in-between. I can also provide coaching, wellbeing support and implement a variety of strategies. Ultimately, it’s your business, so just tell me what you need.
I do things a little differently… I’m hot on “the legal stuff” (with 5 years of legal training), so you’re safe in my hands. I”ll be efficient and work to the highest standard. However, I adopt a holistic approach and make sure we have fun as we go!
Based in Yorkshire, I support a variety of clients ranging from digital marketing agencies to healthcare providers. I support in Leeds, Bradford and as far as York and even Penrith too!
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HR Company Horsforth – People-First HR Support That Fits Your Business
For the team here at Fairfield HR, human resource work is so much more than paperwork and processes. It’s about people and giving your team what they need to thrive so your business can do the same.
We work with small and medium sized businesses in Horsforth and across West Yorkshire, providing HR support that’s down-to-earth, flexible and completely tailored. We’ve been doing this long enough to know that no two businesses are the same, so we don’t offer one-size-fits-all solutions. Whether you’re setting up your HR from scratch, dealing with a tricky staffing issue, or looking to build a long-term people strategy, we’ll meet you where you are and work with you to get the results you’re after.
Fairfield HR was created from a genuine passion for people and a belief that good HR can transform a workplace. We offer a full range of HR services, from ad hoc advice to ongoing consultancy and hands-on project delivery. We’re often brought in by growing businesses who’ve reached a point where they need proper HR foundations, or by those who want to take their people strategy to the next level.
If you’re based in Horsforth and looking for a qualified HR professional you can trust, we’d love to hear from you. Our team has supported clients across all kinds of sectors, from marketing agencies and tech firms to charities and family-run businesses. What they all have in common is the need for human, clear and compliant HR solutions that actually work for their people and their business.
Before she set up Fairfield HR, Clare, our MD, started life as a solicitor. The legal training she gained during those years is something she still leans on heavily, especially when advising on employment law. It provides a solid footing when it comes to drafting contracts, resolving disputes or navigating change, but it also helps bring calm and clarity when things feel complicated.
Alongside legal knowledge, Clare is a fully qualified HR practitioner with over a decade of experience, and is also trained in NLP coaching. That combination of structured HR expertise and mindset support is a big part of what makes our approach different. We’ll help you stay legally safe, of course, but will also help you create the kind of culture where your people feel engaged, supported and ready to grow.
In practice, that might mean setting up your full suite of HR documents—contracts, handbooks, policies—the stuff you know you need but haven’t quite had time to sort. It might also mean helping you through the entire recruitment process, from writing job descriptions to onboarding your new starter. We can also support you with ongoing staff issues, whether that’s sickness absence, conduct concerns, or performance management.
But there’s more to HR than policies and procedures. Our team loves working with businesses to build long-term strategies that support business performance through people. That could be developing a well-being programme, rolling out mental health workshops, benchmarking salaries, or designing a new reward and recognition scheme. If it’s to do with the employee life cycle, we can help.
Many of the businesses we support in Horsforth come to us because they’re growing, and they know they need more structure. They want to do the right thing by their people but aren’t always sure what that looks like. That’s where we come in. We’ll bring a fresh perspective, offer practical solutions, and help you build confidence in your role as an employer.
We also work with businesses who already have the basics in place, but want more strategic HR consultancy—whether that’s succession planning, job evaluation or embedding a new culture. We always start by understanding your goals and then shape our support around what’s going to make the most difference.
Marketing agencies, in particular, often find value in our approach. Fast-paced, creative teams can sometimes struggle with structure, and we help them find that balance between flexibility and consistency. Whether that’s through leadership coaching, improved communication methods or more defined performance expectations, our team will make sure your people feel supported without stifling creativity.
We believe that HR should feel like a support, not a burden. We work in a way that’s straightforward, human and tailored to you. We will never bombard you with jargon or push generic policies that don’t reflect your culture. And we’ll always be honest about what you need—and what you don’t.
It’s never been more important to look after your people. But that doesn’t mean compromising your business goals or straining your budget. The right HR support can help you do both—create a healthy workplace and keep your business on track. If you’re not sure where to start or just want someone to take a fresh look at your current setup, we are here to help.
So, if you’re a small or medium sized business in Horsforth looking for an HR company that gets it—really gets it—get in touch. We are here to take the pressure off, give you peace of mind, and help your business become a place where people genuinely want to work.