HR consultancy in Milton Keynes for growing businessesYour business runs on people. Are yours running it with you?
We are not your typical HR consultancy; we are something a bit different. Keyne HR focuses on the people behind all the processes and policies. When every person in your business understands why their role matters and how it connects to where you are going, everything else changes. Performance improves, people stay and, best of all, the work actually gets done to a high standard.
- Chartered Fellow, CIPD
- HR systems partner
- Based in Milton Keynes
- Plain English HR
Their team is fine, mostly.
People do not disengage because they are difficult. They disengage because nobody has shown them why their work matters.
But when they take a true moment of honest reflection, the truth often stares them right in the face. The person who does just enough, the manager who avoids that difficult conversation, the person who has been there for years and still does not seem to understand what the business is actually trying to do.
These are not simply performance problems that can be fixed with a policy. These are people problems, and the reason they exist is simpler than most realise.
People do not disengage because they are difficult (well, the majority of the time). They disengage because they have never been helped to see why their work matters, where it fits in the bigger picture, and what it would look like if they gave it everything.
That is the gap Keyne HR works in. Not simply the paperwork side of HR (though we cover that too). We focus more on the human side: the part that determines whether your business runs because of your people or in spite of them.
A bit about the teamWhat working with Keyne HR actually means
A person who knows your business
Not a call centre or a person who doesn't really care. We take the time to understand your history, your team, your ambitions and the problems you have been putting off dealing with. That context always matters.
Honesty, not just reassurance
If there is a conversation you need to have with a member of staff, we will help you have it. If a process you have been using is putting you at risk, we will say so and help you through it. You need someone who will help you get it right.
Real people solutions
Not HR and compliance documents that sit in a folder and never get used. Our work starts with your people and works backwards to the policies. We suppose you could say we are keen about your people (pun intended).
Calm in the difficult moments
When something goes wrong, you will not be figuring it out alone at 11pm. You will have someone in your corner who has been there before, who knows the law, and who will advise you exactly what to do next.
HR support that covers you, end to end
Whether it's a one off issue or an ongoing partnership, we've got you covered. Every service is delivered by a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD who knows your business by name.
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Contracts & Handbooks
Legally sound employment contracts and staff handbooks written in plain English, tailored to your business.
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Employment Law Guidance
Navigate UK employment law with confidence, including the Employment Rights Act 2025. We keep you informed on what changes mean for your business, in plain English.
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Employee Relations
Disciplinaries, grievances and performance issues handled sensitively and professionally to protect everyone involved.
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Restructuring & Redundancy
Managed legally, ethically and with minimum disruption. We guide you through every step of the process.
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Managed HR Systems
We offer the right HR system to suit your organisation. As trusted partners of leading HR systems, we set up and manage it for you: personnel information, holidays, absence and documents, all in one place.
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Workplace Culture & Wellbeing
Build a team that thrives. We help you create positive, inclusive workplaces that attract and retain great people.
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The biggest change to employment law in a generation
The Act applies to every employer, whatever your size. Some changes are already in force and the most significant ones for small businesses arrive over the next few months.
- In force now: statutory sick pay from day one, day one paternity and parental leave, and a six month time limit for tribunal claims.
- 30 October 2026: a duty to take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment, including by third parties.
- 1 January 2027: unfair dismissal protection after six months' service instead of two years, with no cap on compensation.
Simple, straightforward, stress free
Free discovery call
A no obligation chat about your business and where HR sits right now.
Tailored proposal
A clear proposal that fits your needs and your budget, with no surprises.
We get started
Immediate support from day one, with no lengthy onboarding or unnecessary complexity.
Ongoing partnership
We're here when you need us: proactive, responsive and always on your side.
The right HR system for your organisation
There is no one size fits all when it comes to HR software, so we don't push a single product. We partner with leading HR systems, including Breathe HR, Workmax and WorkSmarter, and help you choose the one that genuinely suits the way your business works.
- A recommendation based on your size, sector and budget
- Set up for you, with your policies, holidays and records loaded in
- Managed and kept up to date, so it stays useful rather than forgotten
Ruvimbo Huda, Chartered FCIPD
Ruvimbo is a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD and founded Keyne HR so that every business, regardless of size, has access to HR support that is honest, practical and genuinely useful.
"Long gone are the days of rigid, outdated HR practices. At Keyne HR, there is no judgement: just real solutions for real businesses."
Based in Milton Keynes. Working across Bucks, Beds and Northants.
Face to face when it matters, by phone or video when it's quicker. We support SMEs in Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton, Aylesbury, Leighton Buzzard and the towns in between.
Frequently asked questions
Do you only work with businesses in Milton Keynes?
We are based in Milton Keynes and work with SMEs across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire, including Bedford, Northampton, Aylesbury and Leighton Buzzard. Much of our support is delivered by phone and video, so we can also help businesses further afield.
How much does an HR consultant cost for a small business?
It depends on the number of employees and the level of support you need. We offer fixed monthly retainers so there are no surprise bills, one off HR Fundamentals packages, and ad hoc support at an agreed hourly or day rate. Book a free call and we will recommend the right option with no obligation.
What does the Employment Rights Act 2025 mean for small businesses?
The Act applies to employers of every size. Statutory sick pay from day one, day one paternity and parental leave and a six month tribunal time limit are already in force. A new duty to take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment starts on 30 October 2026, and from 1 January 2027 employees gain unfair dismissal protection after six months rather than two years. Read our full guide.
Do I need a retainer or can I get help with a one off issue?
Both are available. Our ad hoc service covers a specific issue such as a disciplinary, grievance or redundancy with no ongoing commitment. If you find you need regular support, a retainer usually works out more cost effective.
Let's talk about your people
Book a free 30 minute chat and let's talk about how we can support your business. No hard sell, just an honest conversation.