What Are HR Consulting Services?

According to ADP, HR consulting services involve third-party experts advising businesses on how to improve their HR policies, systems, and compliance. These services can be project-based (such as updating an employee handbook) or ongoing (like serving as your outsourced HR department).

Marsh MMA adds that HR consultants provide both strategic and tactical guidance, helping businesses reduce risk, boost engagement, and optimize workforce performance.

In plain terms: HR consulting services are expert solutions designed to help businesses better manage their people, stay compliant, and create a thriving workplace.

Core Areas of HR Consulting

At Soarin Group, we break down HR consulting into six essential categories:

1. Compliance and Risk Management

Avoid costly fines and lawsuits with expert guidance on:

• Employment laws (FMLA, FLSA, ADA)

• Harassment training

• EEOC and labor board compliance

• Employee classification audits

2. Employee Handbooks & Policies

Clear, updated handbooks are more than just documentation—they protect your business and shape culture:

• Custom handbook creation

• Policy reviews and updates

• Code of conduct implementation

3. Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

Whether you're scaling or backfilling, we help you attract the right people:

• Job descriptions and postings

• Interview coaching

• Offer letter guidance

4. Performance Management

Create clarity and accountability around job performance:

• Review frameworks

• Progressive discipline systems

• KPI and goal alignment

5. Payroll & Benefits Guidance

While we don’t replace your payroll system, we ensure you're running it wisely:

• Wage/hour audits

• PTO tracking policies

• ACA compliance support

6. Difficult Conversations & Employee Relations

Conflict resolution and leadership coaching that builds trust:

• Exit interviews

• Employee complaints

• Supervisor training on sensitive topics

Why Companies Use HR Consulting Services

Whether you're a small business or a growing mid-sized company, outsourcing HR consulting helps you:

• Stay compliant with ever-changing laws

• Receive objective expertise without internal politics

• Scale operations with repeatable processes

• Free up leadership to focus on growth

As Prosple outlines, HR consultants act like business doctors—analyzing issues, prescribing fixes, and helping organizations get back on track or operate more effectively.

Who Needs HR Consulting?

Ask yourself:

• Do you have outdated or incomplete HR policies?

• Are you unsure how to handle employee discipline or terminations?

• Have you grown too fast to keep up with HR needs?

• Do you need a strategic partner for sensitive personnel issues?

If you answered yes to any of these, an HR consultant can make a big difference.

What Makes Soarin Group Different?

Most HR firms offer policies. We offer partnership.
At Soarin Group, we provide more than just templates—we offer real-life guidance, grounded in empathy, strategic leadership, and a deep understanding of what it takes to grow teams that thrive.

Our approach combines industry expertise with human connection, making sure your people feel heard while your business stays protected.

Final Word: HR Consulting Is Your Strategic Safety Net

So, what are HR consulting services? They’re the bridge between what your HR should be and where it currently is. They’re the systems, strategies, and support that ensure your business runs smoother, smarter, and safer.

📩 Need HR support without the full-time hire?
Let Soarin Group serve as your trusted HR partner. Contact us here or explore our HR Services page to learn more.