Strategic HR Consultant

Amanda has over 25 years of HR and business experience. She is particularly experienced in the employee relations arena but has worked across the full range of HR activities, challenging the status quo and developing and delivering initiatives to improve employee engagement, profitability and growth. Her approach is to establish strong relationships with clients and having run her own business she is particularly sensitive to the challenges faced by SME’s.

hr metrics analysis

HR Metrics that Matter

Using metrics based on your people should be a critical part of your business strategy. The MAD-HR Team explain further.

Right to work checks

Right To Work Checks: A guide for employers

How can employers complete right to work checks? We cover the ins and outs, including what type of checks to carry out.

How To Cut Costs Without Making Redundancies

How to cut costs without making redundancies

There are many ways to lower your expenditure without putting employees jobs at risk. Here are some valuable ideas for your business.

Employee induction

Top tips for a modern employee induction

Employee induction is even more relevant today than it has ever been before. Here are seven tips to help you get it right.

National Minimum Wage Increases from April 2025: What Businesses Need to Know

Understand how the 2025 wage rise affects your business and get expert tips on compliance, cost planning, and workforce strategy.

The Dos and Don’ts of Employee Surveillance

Employee surveillance must balance business needs with privacy rights. Learn what’s legal, what’s ethical, and how to stay compliant.

Investing in Skills: A Comprehensive Look at Apprenticeship Funding Rules

Discover the 2024-2025 apprenticeship funding rules, including levy payments, government support, and employer benefits.

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