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HR support that actually feels like someone’s in your corner.
Created so we can take care of the compliance and people stuff,
so you can keep doing what you do best: growing the business you love.
I’m hiring my first employee and I’m worried about getting it wrong...
Lowarn HR helps small businesses in Cornwall & Devon hire their first employee safely and confidently — without overwhelm, guesswork, or fear of getting it wrong.
We’ve got your back — so you can relax, knowing your business and your people are in safe hands.
I believe work should be a positive, supportive place — not something people dread or feel nervous about.
Good HR isn’t just about managing risk or saying no.
It’s about helping you build a workplace where people feel trusted, supported, and able to do their best.
We work with you proactively, so things don’t escalate unnecessarily. And if something does come up, we’ll guide you through it — practically, calmly, and without turning it into something bigger than it needs to be.
You’ve got flexibility. You’ve got support. And you’ve got someone in your corner the whole way.
Happy team. Happy customers. Healthier, more confident business growth.
By Melanie Fox, Lowarn Founder
WHAT MAKES US
DIFFERENT?
Who we support
- Businesses with 1–80 employees
- Small teams hiring their first people
- Growing businesses that need HR foundations
- Owners tired of Googling what’s “legal”
- Managers who need calm, clear guidance
- Businesses not ready for in-house HR (yet)
We’re the bridge between “we’re too small” and “we need our own HR person.”
What makes Lowarn HR different?
- No scripts, no call centres
- Calm, kind, proportionate guidance
- Your own dedicated HR Manager
- Support shaped around YOUR people
- Proper HR foundations from day one
- HR that grows with your business
- Someone who genuinly cares and won't make you feel stupid for calling
- We're there before things become a problem.
This is outsourced HR without the chaos.
Local to Cornwall & Devon — real HR, delivered in person.
On‑site support when needed.
A dedicated person who actually knows your people and your workplace.
Haven't got time for us to pop by, your Hr Manager is online ready to go when you are.
What having your own HR Manager really means
A named adviser who knows your team
- Calm, human conversations — not scripts
- Support that grows as your business grows
- Problems spotted early, before they escalate
- Help with sickness, behaviour, culture & wellbeing
- Confident, legally safe decisions
- Manager coaching as your team expands
- Plus so much more
All the benefits of an in‑house HR manager… for a fraction of the cost.
How we work...
01
You tell your HR
Manager what’s going on
02
Your HR Manager breaks it down calmly and clearly
03
You get a clear, fair next step you can feel confident about
04
You get ongoing support whenever you need it
If it involves people
We can help. Calmly. Fairly. Sensibly.
You don’t need to sit on things or second guess it.
Just come to us early and we’ll sort it before it becomes something bigger.
Packages Designed Around Your Business
Essentials Lite
from £99/month
Steady HR support, compliance, contracts, day‑to‑day guidance
Partner Plan
from £249/month
Proactive HR, manager coaching, bigger-picture people support.
Bolt‑Ons
Recruitment, Safety, bespoke contracts, compliance packs & more.
How It Works...
You’ve got someone in your corner to sense-check things before they become bigger than they need to be.
1
Book your free clarity call
A simple 20‑minute chat to understand what’s weighing on your plate.
2
Get a clear, safe next step
You’ll leave with calm direction — even if you don’t work with us.
3
Choose a plan when you’re ready
No pressure, no sales tactics, no long-term contracts.
Testimonials
Here are some lovely testimonials from people who we have worked with.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Mel offers an extremely professional and will always want the best for your company!
I own a Driveschool and Mel put contracts together for all of my staff.
Mel is exceptional in her work and is extremely knowledgeable! Highly, highly recommend!
Fox School of Motoring
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Mel has been a massive help with our company getting all our HR needs in place. She is very approachable, knowledgeable and professional. Always available to give good advice. Keeps us well updated. Coming from a complete novice in this department it’s a great comfort to have Mel on board
She would have a positive impact on anyone’s business
Cornovia Tree Serivces
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Mel was extremely informative and helpful when it came to our employee contracts. She explained everything clearly and made the whole process much easier to understand. I would highly recommend her services.
A Carey Electrical
Ready for HR that feels human?
Let’s make your workplace calmer, safer, and easier to manage.