About Us
We believe in transparency and keeping things simple
Maybe you are a business just starting up or looking to grow; either way, we can help you develop your values so that a strong partnership is formed between employer and employee. Remember your team is your greatest asset. As a small business, you need to work well with your employees and turn your staff into ambassadors for your company.
We love independent businesses
We love to work with independent businesses, from fledgeling IT/Tech Startups to experienced enterprises within the hospitality industry. I’m at my best working closely with clients to understand their business and what they are trying to achieve. Then I take the necessary steps to turn their ideas a reality.
These are our company values, what are yours?
Effective
Reliable commercial HR Advice that delivers the required outcome to our clients.
Empowering
Giving clients the tools they need so they can do what they do best.
HR Expert
At the forefront of innovative, consistent and current HR Advice.
Passionate
Strive to inspire and go beyond the expected.
Genuine
Committed to earning lasting trust through honesty and transparency.
Ingenious
Lead the way in HR Technology that makes life easier for all our clients.
Nothing is impossible, the word itself says I’m possible!
~ Audrey Hepburn
Meet your HR team
These are the heroes that help your business grow through your people.
Kate Underwood
Managing Director / HR Director
Becca Bird
HR Officer
Hannah Armstong
HR Advisor
Current Vacancies
Here at Kate Underwood HR and Training, we’re a small team of people united by our passion to help small businesses and empower their employees.
We care about our team, our partners and our customers, as much as we care about friends and family. We thrive in a fast-paced environment and are driven every day to make a positive impact. If all of this resonates with you: you’re in the right place!
We do help support our clients with recruitment please see all vacancies below.
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