Sound familiar?
You Didn't Start a Business to Become an HR Expert
You started it to do the thing you're brilliant at. But somewhere along the way, people management landed on your desk — and it came with a side order of employment law, grievance procedures, and that nagging fear that one wrong move could cost you thousands.
Most SME owners are handling HR without any formal training, and it shows — not because they're bad at it, but because nobody ever taught them how.
That's where I come in.
Two ways to work with me
Support That Fits How You Actually Work
Crisis & Ad Hoc Support
Got a problem right now? I'll step in and sort it.
- Disciplinaries and grievances handled properly
- Sickness absence that's dragging on
- Underperformance and difficult exits
- Redundancies and restructures
- Any "one wrong move" situation that needs expert guidance
Retained HR Support
Your HR department — without the payroll cost.
- Fixed monthly fee for ongoing peace of mind
- Someone to call the moment an issue crops up
- Tailored guidance for your business, not off-the-shelf
- Proactive support so small problems don't become expensive ones
- Contracts, policies and processes that actually protect you
What you get
What Working With Me Actually Looks Like
Straight talk, no jargon
Plain English, always. You'll know where you stand, what your options are, and what the risks look like.
Options, not orders
I lay out your choices — you stay in control of the decision. I'm your adviser, not your boss.
Outcome-focused
We work towards the result you actually want, not just "following procedure" for the sake of it.
UK employment law expertise
Nearly 25 years across businesses of every size. I know the law and how to apply it practically.
Speed when it matters
When a grievance lands or an absence spirals, you can't afford to wait. I respond quickly.
Confidential and safe
Whatever the situation, you can be honest with me. I've seen it all — nothing shocks me.
Is this you?
This Is For You If...
I'm Emma Armytage — The HR Goddess.
Nearly 25 years in HR, from major high-street retailers to family-run SMEs. Practical, no-nonsense support that protects your business without overcomplicating it.