Human Resources (HR) Consulting
BlueStone offers tailored human resources consulting solutions designed for small to midsize organizations, providing long-term outsourced HR support or project-based assistance. Whether you require expert part-time HR support or need to delegate a specific project, our certified team delivers customized services aligned with your organization’s HR priorities.
Let us streamline your HR processes efficiently and compliantly, freeing up your team to focus on their core strengths. Ready to optimize your HR operations? Get started today!
Outsourced HR Service Offerings
HR Compliance Check-Up
We evaluate the status of the human resources function by conducting a high-level review of the following areas: Recruitment processes and practices, hiring processes and practices, employment practices, and compensation and benefits.
Outsourced HR Department
Work with us to take care of ongoing, day-to-day human resources operations. Our team will provide ongoing support for your organization's HR responsibilities including recruitment coordination, onboarding, HRIS and recordkeeping, HR compliance, talent management, benefits administration, and off-boarding.
Talent Acquisition
Let us help you develop and manage an effective talent acquisition strategy and provide recruitment support for finding the best candidates for your positions.
Talent Management
Align teams to key objectives and develop tomorrow’s leaders with support from our team. We can provide onboarding and retention solutions to support employee engagement strategies.
Project Based HR Solutions
Let us take care of your to-do list. Our team can execute projects such as HR compliance reviews, employee handbooks to HRIS selection, and implementation.
HR Advisory
Clients can connect with an HR expert on an as-needed basis to discuss the impact of employment law policy changes and advise on employee relations issues. Our hourly rate packages make it simple for you to select the right amount of time needed for your objectives.
Organizational Assessment & Development
From talent management and employee engagement to compliance, our team can help you streamline your HR processes and elevate your company culture.
Employee Survey Resources
Transform your HR survey process with our comprehensive resources. From benchmarking to action planning, our team provides all the tools and insight you need to measure employee satisfaction and drive meaningful change.
Employee Engagement Consulting
Build a more engaged and committed team with our HR services for employee engagement. We offer customized solutions to fit your unique needs, from employee recognition programs to career development opportunities.
Is Outsource HR Consulting Right For You?
HR Consulting Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I outsource my HR functions?
HR Outsourcing has become increasingly important as HR professionals seek ways to reduce time and resources spent on transactions and administration, so they can concentrate on more strategic activities. This reduction in time and resources also translates to savings for the business. When HR departments decide which functions to retain and which to outsource, many hold on to talent management, recruiting, and succession planning, while handing off the payroll, benefits administration, and other routine tasks to third-party vendors.
What HR functions can be outsourced?
Here are the HR functions that are most commonly outsourced through BlueStone Services:
- Benefits administration
- Compliance matters
- Creating/updating employee handbooks and policy manuals
- Developing HR infrastructure for growing companies
- Onboarding/Offboarding
- Recruitment support
- Retention strategies
- Training
Can HR consultants give legal advice?
While outsourced HR consultants can offer legal advice, it’s important to remember that they are not lawyers. There may be certain cases where your business would benefit from the guidance of a lawyer who is licensed in the state in which you operate. In those instances, we can offer referrals to legal professionals as needed.
How do HR consultants charge?
HR consultants typically charge an hourly rate or a fixed fee for services. BlueStone Services offers a variety of packages tailored to your needs and budgets, making it easy to select the right amount of time needed for each project.
Is an HR consultant a recruiter?
No, an HR consultant is not a recruiter. Recruiters typically focus on sourcing and screening candidates for open positions while an HR consultant focuses on things like compliance, employee relations, and more strategic activities. That said, HR consultants, can provide recruiting support in addition to their other offerings.
Is HR consulting the same as management consulting?
No, HR consulting and management consulting are two distinct disciplines. While HR consultants focus on managing human resources functions and processes, management consultants work with organizations to improve their overall business performance.
What questions should I ask an HR consultant?
When you’re considering working with an HR consultant, it’s important to ask the right questions. These can include:
- What experience do you have in my industry?
- Do you specialize in any particular areas of HR?
- How will you ensure that my business is compliant with applicable regulations?
- What methods do you use to measure success?
- Do you offer customized solutions that fit my organization’s goals?
- Do you provide any guarantees or warranties on your services?
- How do you charge for your services?
These questions will help you evaluate the HR consultant and make sure that they are a good fit for your business.
Why do companies hire HR consultants?
Companies hire HR consultants for a variety of reasons, from reducing the burden of administrative tasks to gaining access to specialized knowledge and expertise. Working with an HR consultant can also help organizations stay compliant with changing regulations, improve their employee relations practices, lower costs, and increase efficiency. By outsourcing key HR functions, businesses can free up time and resources for other projects that are better aligned with their goals.
What does HR consulting include?
HR consulting typically includes services such as developing and implementing HR policies and procedures, performing compliance audits, providing employee relations support, managing payroll and benefits administration, recruiting, coaching, succession planning, and more. Consultants can also provide training on topics like diversity and inclusion or assist with other strategic initiatives. Ultimately, the scope of work depends on the individual needs of each business.
What are the benefits of HR consulting?
HR consulting can provide numerous benefits to businesses, including improved compliance with labor laws, better employee relations and engagement, streamlined operations, reduced costs, improved recruitment strategies and retention rates, more accurate payroll processing, greater knowledge of hiring practices and trends, and improved decision-making. Additionally, working with an HR consultant can help businesses stay up to date with the latest regulations and best practices in the field.
How can an HR consultant help with talent acquisition?
An HR consultant can provide invaluable guidance when it comes to talent acquisition. A consultant can help businesses improve their recruitment processes, identify potential candidates and develop appropriate job descriptions and salary ranges. They can also assist with onboarding new employees and helping them get acclimated to the organization. Ultimately, an experienced HR consultant can be a valuable asset in helping businesses find and retain the best talent.
What techniques and tools do HR consultants use?
HR consultants typically use a combination of techniques and tools when working with clients. This can include conducting interviews and surveys, using data analytics to identify trends, developing training strategies and materials, designing employee programs, creating policies and procedures, utilizing technology-based tools for record-keeping and compliance tracking, offering employee coaching services, and more. Ultimately, the techniques used will depend on the individual needs of each business.
How can an HR consultant help with compliance?
An HR consultant can help businesses stay up to date with changing labor laws and regulations. This includes developing standard operating procedures, creating compliance policies, providing training on new laws and regulations, tracking changes in the law, conducting audits to ensure compliance, and more. An experienced HR consultant can also provide guidance on best practices for managing employee relations issues.
Do you only serve companies located in DC, MD, and Virginia?
Bluestone provides HR consulting services to companies near DC, MD, and Virginia, as well as throughout the United States. While we are proud to provide our services to businesses in the DC, MD, and Virginia regions, we also extend our support to companies nationwide. Our commitment to delivering high-quality services spans various locations, allowing us to cater to the diverse needs of businesses across the entire United States.
Does BlueStone provide human resources (HR) consulting to companies near me?
Yes, BlueStone is dedicated to providing human resources (HR) consulting to companies near you.
Strategically located in Maryland, our three office locations offers seamless connectivity locally and to the surrounding regions. On a national scale, our virtual approach ensures continuous, seamless interaction with your business, giving you confidence that we are effectively working on your behalf, no matter the distance.