Fractional HR
Helping companies address their HR needs
Unlock the benefits of senior-level HR leadership without the full-time cost. Our Fractional HR services give you access to strategic guidance and hands-on support that scales with your business.
What is Fractional HR?
Fractional HR is a flexible solution designed for growing organisations that need high-quality HR expertise but aren’t ready—or don’t want—to hire a full-time HR leader. Whether you need help designing people strategies, solving complex employee challenges, or building HR foundations for scale, we provide the right support at the right time.
Why Choose Fractional HR?
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Cost-Effective – Gain access to senior-level HR expertise without the overhead of a full-time hire.
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Scalable Support – Adjust hours and focus areas as your organisation evolves.
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Strategic & Practical – From compliance and policies to culture and leadership development, we cover both the day-to-day and the big picture.
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Immediate Impact – Hit the ground running with experienced HR professionals who understand how to align people and business goals.
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Trusted Partnership – We embed seamlessly into your team, acting as an extension of your leadership.
Case studies
We have been providing training in areas such as business skills and commercialisation. You can learn more about our work by looking at the case studies below.
Quantum LEAP -
Nurturing Quantum Entrepreneurs
Change:Rallying Support for an EU COST Action Proposal in Quantum Integrated Photonics
QuantIC, the UK Quantum Technology Hub for Imaging, led by the University of Glasgow, sought to bridge the gap between academia and industry by developing a groundbreaking skills program. Anchored In partnered with QuantIC to create Quantum Leap, a pre-accelerator program for aspiring quantum entrepreneurs. Quantum Leap uses a structured framework to guide researchers through development phases, starting with online sessions to engage and inspire a wide range of participants. This foundation leads to residential bootcamps for those with mature ideas and strong entrepreneurial commitment. The final phase offers select participants a trip to Silicon Valley during Photonics West to engage with the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Quantum Leap has successfully nurtured a new generation of quantum entrepreneurs by providing essential skills in networking, communication, and entrepreneurship. This collaboration has driven innovation in quantum technologies, preparing participants to translate their research into commercially viable products.
Nottingham Trent University (NTU) SMART Initiative
From Grant Journey to Research Accelerator Programme (RAP)
NTU sought to enhance the grant writing skills of its researchers and partnered with Anchored In to deliver a transformative program called “the Grant Journey” as part of the SMART initiative. Launched in June 2023, it initially targeted mid-career researchers, but expanded in September 2023 to include early career researchers and senior researchers. The program, featuring online and in-person sessions, drop-in sessions, mentoring, and grant development support, provided tailored and impactful training. Early career researchers reported increased understanding of research support, a short-term plan to apply for funding, and improved communication confidence. Mid-career researchers saw a significant rise in grant applications and success rates, securing crucial funding for NTU. Due to its success, the program evolved into the Researcher Accelerator Programme (RAP) in January 2024, expanding institution-wide to support researchers across all NTU disciplines.
Adapting to the Challenges of a Changing Environment (ACCE)
Empowering Environmental Researcher through Business Skills Training
The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) funds the Doctoral Training Partnership in Adapting to the Challenges of a Changing Environment (ACCE), a collaborative effort between the Universities of York, Sheffield, Liverpool, and the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology (CEH). ACCE aims to produce multi-skilled researchers capable of addressing global environmental challenges. To complement their scientific training, ACCE students need business skills to engage with industry, understand impact pathways, and enhance their employability. Anchored In proposed a tailored business skills programme named "World Changers". The programme was structured as a 3-day bootcamp, addressing the diverse needs of the student cohort. The training included sessions on networking and collaboration, developing impact from research, project flyer development, pitch training, IP considerations, and delivering impact through commercialisation. The "World Changers" programme equipped ACCE students with essential business skills to engage with industry, understand impact pathways, and enhance their employability. This comprehensive training will empower ACCE students to bridge the gap between academia and industry, fostering impactful research and broader career opportunities in environmental science.