HR & People

HR support that keeps your practice compliant, fair and protected — from contracts, policies and handbooks, to advising on the conversations no one wants to have.

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Every practice is different, so we tailor your HR support to fit yours. Everything we do is designed for independent UK veterinary practices — from newly opened clinics to well-established names, all backed by the same practical, sector-specific support.

Here's what's included in our HR & People package:

Contracts & Documentation
Personalised employment contracts and offer letters, drafted for your practice and kept up to date as employment law changes.

Policies & Handbook
A staff handbook and HR policies tailored to your team, covering everything from probation to parental leave.

Chartered HR Advice
Direct access to our Chartered CIPD HR team for guidance on the difficult conversations — disciplinary, grievance, performance and more.

Ongoing Advice
Unlimited general HR support included as standard, whenever you need it.

Fixed term agreement. Pay monthly or annually.

Whats included:

Good HR is about creating a great place to work, but it’s also about protecting the practice and making sure managers have the right support when they need it. Whether a practice is growing, navigating change or dealing with a difficult people issue, I enjoy being that trusted source of practical, straightforward HR advice — helping practices manage things properly, fairly and with confidence.
— Liz Shaw, Associate, HR
Supporting veterinary practices through difficult times gives me the opportunity to make a real difference and is incredibly fulfilling
— Elaine Wade, Associate, HR

Why AB Plus

Veterinary Specific

We work exclusively with veterinary practices, so we understand the pressures you’re under.

Chartered HR Expertise

Our HR team includes Liz Shaw and Elaine Wade, both Chartered Members of the CIPD — so advice is properly qualified.

Responsive

Unlimited general support is included as standard — call or email whenever you need us.

Practical & Compliant

Personalise contracts, handbooks and policies so they actually fit how your practice runs — updated as employment law changes.

  • "The AB Plus team are always readily available whenever we have questions, and having someone with a genuine understanding of the veterinary industry makes a real difference."

    Practice Manager, Willows Vets

  • The AB Plus team consistently delivers balanced, practical guidance that works for everyone involved, bringing professionalism without unnecessary complexity. AB Plus has become a trusted partner and an invaluable support to our practice.

    Director, Riverside Vets

  • I would highly recommend AB Plus. We have used their services for support with a range of H&S and HR queries, and they have always been extremely knowledgeable and helpful. They provide detailed, clear information and guidance, which has given us confidence in making the right decisions. A fantastic, professional and knowledgeable team who we would be very happy to recommend!

    Practice Manager, South Moor Vets

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