About Su Allen HR

Su Allen HR was established in 2002 to meet the needs of small and medium sized businesses without a Human Resources department of their own.

Our intention from the outset was to offer a full range of flexible HR services designed around the specific needs of an individual business and that philosophy remains today. We don’t provide “template” solutions and we never will.

Our approach to each project is simple, honest and direct. We tell it like it is so you know exactly where you stand. There’s nothing woolly about our advice!

We have considerable experience across a wide range of industries including manufacturing, construction, retail, social care, accountancy, design, IT, health and wellbeing, hair and beauty, hospitality, charities…and more.

On top of all that, we’re very nice people too! Find out more about our team below:

Su Allen is the business owner and has over 25 years experience as an HR practitioner gained in a variety of demanding environments including construction, civil engineering, manufacturing and retail. She has extensive experience in redundancy, TUPE, and dealing with difficult situations, including disciplinary, grievance, conflict resolution and communication breakdown in the workplace. She also has considerable management experience, having line-managed teams of people during her time in industry.

Jenny Shervell joined the organisation in 2009, and has over 25 years' generalist HR experience, gained from working in senior roles in manufacturing, distribution, IT and the public sector. She also has extensive experience in the delivery of management development programmes and absence management systems.

Lorraine Swain joined the organisation in 2010, and has over 16 years of generalist HR experience, gained from working in the fields of financial management, project management and recruitment. She has extensive experience in providing advice on terms and conditions of employment, general day-to-day employee issues, and the development and delivery of training workshops in a range of HR issues, such as Absence Management.

Jackie Cutler joined the organisation in 2011, as Accounts & Office Administrator. Jackie has over 15 years of experience in Accounting, Book-keeping and Account Management and combines her practical knowledge in this field with the responsibilities of office administration and general admin support.

Gemma Prince joined the organisation in 2011 as an HR apprentice. She has experience in customer services and has always aspired to a career in HR. She is studying towards a Level 3 National Diploma in Business & Administration, whilst also working her way toward being an HR advisor.

Michelle Payne-Gale joined the organisation in 2005 with a strong background in Marketing and Business Administration. Michelle brings over 14 years of experience and a practical knowledge of marketing communications, copywriting, photography and design, and provides virtual and hands-on administrative and marketing support to the company.

The business has a diverse range of clients which includes manufacturers, drainage contractors, IT companies, care homes, building and groundworks contractors, hair and beauty salons, architects, vehicle repair centers and many others.

For more information, or to discuss an HR-related issue call 01582 883299 and find out what Su Allen HR can do for you and your company.

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