BUSINESS NEWS
Accountancy firm launches new employer focussed venture
Accountancy firm Haines Watts Swindon has collaborated with local experts in employment law , HR and executive / management coaching to launch Haines Watts Employer Services .
Mike Lloyd , Haines Watts and Laura Callahan , Willow HR
Managing partner Mike Lloyd , said , “ It ’ s aimed at providing a seamless solution for companies wanting a more holistic approach to their financial and people matters .
“ We ’ ve been considering this as an option at Haines Watts for some time , as when planning for growth in business , there is often crossover in these key areas . Expansion or diversification often means there is a need for initial and ongoing legal advice on employment matters as well as support around the people in the business .
“ Therefore , it makes sense to bring together excellent legal advice , strong HR support and coaching capabilities to complement our own accounting and tax support . Helping companies to achieve their goals , remain compliant and plan for the future .”
The idea has been taken on by Haines
Watts regionally to provide similar support hubs across the South West . Haines Watts is the 15th largest accountancy brand in the UK and was named Accountancy Firm of the Year 2019 in the FDs ’ excellence awards .
“ We are excited about working in this way with trusted specialist partners ” Mike said .
In Swindon , Mike and his team are working with Laura Callahan , of Willow HR for HR and coaching services and Vaughan Fullagar , employment law specialist at Star Legal in their new venture .
Laura Callahan said , “ HR , legal and finance work hand-in-hand , and I am thrilled to be able to offer the full suite of support to the businesses we work with , together with fellow professionals that I personally trust and respect . It ’ s a natural development for Willow HR and a great extension to our business .”
Vaughan Fullagar added , “ I am very pleased to be joining Haines Watts and Willow HR in this venture and to be part of a strong offering of quality advice and comprehensive services . This will be
Vaughan Fullagar a great addition to the business community .”
As well as offering payroll and benefits advice , legal advice and HR support to companies , Haines Watts Employer Services can also offer employee share scheme design and implementation , coaching and masterclasses in executive leadership and management as well as being able to conduct comprehensive employee engagement research and surveys .
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