Fractional HR · Part-Time HR Director

Senior HR leadership, without a full-time executive salary

Growing companies need real HR leadership long before they need (or can afford) a full-time HR executive. The HR Meeting provides fractional HR director support so you get senior-level guidance on your schedule and budget.

HR leadership that scales
with your business

Flexible engagement models so you get exactly the level of support your company needs right now.

Fractional HR Direction

Ongoing strategic and hands-on HR leadership, part-time.

  • Weekly or bi-weekly cadence
  • Direct access to a senior HR executive
  • Policy & program ownership
  • Manager coaching & support

Project-Based Engagements

Focused support for a specific initiative or gap.

  • Handbook & policy buildout
  • Performance management system design
  • Compensation structure guidance
  • HR tech & process setup

On-Call Advisory

Flexible, as-needed access for whatever comes up.

  • Retainer-based hourly access
  • Fast turnaround on urgent questions
  • No long-term commitment required
  • Scales up or down as needed

Why fractional works
for growing companies

Most companies under roughly 150 employees don't have enough HR work to justify a full-time HR executive salary, but they have more than enough risk and complexity to need one.

A fractional HR director gives you the judgment and experience of a seasoned executive, without the six-figure salary, benefits, and long ramp-up time of a full-time hire.

Engagements are flexible by design. Many clients start with a defined retainer and adjust the scope up or down as their needs change, with 30 days' notice to switch models.

Fractional HR
questions, answered

How many hours per week is a typical engagement?

It depends on company size and needs. Our retainer model is capped at 10 hours per week and can flex up for specific projects.

Can we switch from project-based to ongoing retainer later?

Yes. Engagement models are switchable with 30 days' notice as your needs evolve.

Do you work on-site or remotely?

Most engagements are remote, with on-site availability by arrangement for California-based clients.

What size companies do you typically work with?

Primarily companies without an in-house HR department yet, or with a small HR team that needs senior-level backup, ranging from a handful of employees to mid-size multi-state organizations.

Let's start the
conversation

Curious what fractional HR support would look like for your company? Let's talk through your specific situation.

Nationwide · Based in California

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