HR Services in Felixstowe
What We Offer
At Cottrell Moore, we specialise in providing expert HR services in Felixstowe, supporting businesses across Felixstowe, Ipswich and the wider Suffolk area. Our HR support is designed for SMEs as well as larger employers who require assistance with complex HR matters such as TUPE, redundancies and employment law compliance.
Whether you operate in port logistics, construction, manufacturing, care or another sector, our experienced HR consultants provide tailored support to suit your business. We focus on delivering practical, commercially sound HR solutions that help ensure compliance, improve efficiency and build a strong, effective workforce.
HR Support for Businesses in Felixstowe
Felixstowe is home to a diverse range of businesses, from port and logistics operators to growing SMEs and contractors across sectors such as construction, care and manufacturing.
At Cottrell Moore, we understand the unique challenges faced by businesses in this region, including the demand for skilled workers, navigating employment law compliance, and managing a workforce in fast-paced, operational environments.
Our clients range from small independent businesses to larger employers, with experience supporting organisations across industries including care, construction, manufacturing, engineering and food production.
Nearby areas we serve include:
Woodbridge
Ipswich
Kesgrave
Trimley St Mary
Trimley St Martin
Our Core HR Services
Outsourced HR Support: We assist with policy development, employment contract creation, redundancy processes, and compliance to ensure your HR framework fits your business needs.
HR Administration: From drafting offer letters to employee induction support, we take care of all the administrative HR tasks to keep your operations smooth and efficient.
HR Training & Development: We offer bespoke training workshops in areas like performance appraisals, leadership, and succession planning to ensure your workforce remains high-performing and motivated.
Employment Law Advice & Workforce Management: Our team offers expert guidance on performance management, TUPE, settlement agreements, and employee relations.
Compensation & Benefits: We support businesses in designing competitive benefits packages and reward systems to retain talent.
Organisational Design & Strategy: We work with you to ensure your organisational structure supports your business goals effectively.
Why Choose Cottrell Moore?
At Cottrell Moore, we bring over 20 years of HR expertise, offering businesses in Felixstowe a full spectrum of HR services.
Our experienced team is well-respected locally, ensuring you receive a high-quality service that is tailored to your business needs.
We’re committed to providing practical, tailored HR support that ensures compliance, supports productivity, and helps you grow your team effectively.
Over 20 years of HR experience
Experienced HR consultants and advisers
Strong understanding of sectors including care, construction, manufacturing and logistics
Trusted by SMEs and larger employers across Suffolk
Get In Touch
Have a question or need more information about our services? Fill out the form on our contact page, and one of our team members will get back to you as soon as possible.
We’re here to help you with all your recruitment, HR, and training needs.
Reach out to us today or book a free consultation at a time that suits you.
Phone: 01473 239052
Email: info@cottrellmoore.co.uk
Post: Cottrell Moore Ltd
41 Ferguson Way
Kesgrave, Ipswich
Suffolk, IP5 2FZ
Getting Started - Our Process
Our HR support process is simple and efficient:
Consultation: We begin by understanding your business needs and HR challenges during an initial consultation.
Assessment: We assess your current HR processes and identify areas where we can improve efficiency, compliance, and employee management.
Service Delivery: We implement the agreed-upon HR solutions, whether it’s policy development, training, or ongoing support, to help your business thrive.
What Our Clients Say
Your Questions, Answered
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Yes. Cottrell Moore provides outsourced HR support for businesses across Felixstowe and the wider Suffolk area, from growing SMEs to larger employers managing complex workforce challenges. Whether you need day-to-day HR guidance, employment contract support, or strategic HR planning, our consultants work as an extension of your team, delivering practical, commercially grounded solutions tailored to your business.
Felixstowe is home to a diverse range of industries, from port logistics and freight to construction, manufacturing, care, and food production, and we have hands-on experience supporting businesses across all of them.
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Yes. Employment law is constantly evolving, and staying on top of your obligations as an employer is critical, particularly in fast-moving sectors like logistics, care, and construction. We provide clear, practical advice on employment contracts, workplace policies, disciplinary processes, redundancies, TUPE, and settlement agreements.
Our consultants hold CIPD qualifications and have extensive experience in employment law compliance, so you can be confident your business is protected and your employees are treated fairly.
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We provide hands-on support across the full range of employee relations challenges, including disciplinary and grievance procedures, performance management, absence management, conflict resolution, redundancy processes, TUPE transfers, and settlement agreements.
Our approach is fair, legally sound, and commercially aware, helping you navigate sensitive situations with confidence while reducing the risk of costly employment tribunal claims.
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Yes. We support businesses at every stage of the hiring process, from writing job descriptions and screening candidates to conducting interviews, assessments, and onboarding. With REC certification and accreditation as registered Saville and Holdsworth assessors, we bring a rigorous, professional approach to recruitment.
We work across all levels, from entry-level and operational roles to senior management, and have a strong track record placing candidates in sectors including logistics, engineering, care, manufacturing, and professional services.
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Cottrell Moore is a specialist HR consultancy with deep roots in Suffolk, supporting businesses with HR, recruitment, and training across Felixstowe, Ipswich, and the surrounding area. We work as a genuine extension of your team, taking the time to understand your business before offering advice, rather than providing a generic helpline service.
Our credentials include CIPD qualifications, REC certification, and accreditation as registered Saville and Holdsworth assessors, giving you the expertise and professionalism you would expect from a national consultancy with the local knowledge of a trusted regional partner.
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We’d Love To Support Your Team
What’s in it for your business?
Straightforward and practical HR outsourcing
Support with employment law, investigations, and compliance
Flexible HR cover that grows with your team
A trusted partner, not just an external consultant
“They’re not just our HR department. They genuinely support our employees, whilst remaining commercially minded to the needs of the business.”
Pasquale Iachetta
Managing Director - FIS Windows