Running a business is no small feat – and managing people adds another layer of complexity. Between new employment laws, HR paperwork, and the daily realities of leading a team, it’s easy for compliance and people management to slip down the list.

That’s why we’re launching Evaluate HR.

Developed by MMG Chartered Accountants’ HR team, Evaluate HR helps businesses stay compliant, strengthen their teams, and create workplaces that bring out the best in people.

The service is led by Megan Brown, winner of the People Pioneer (Individual) Award at the 2025 Dundee & Angus Chamber Awards, which recognises her commitment to creating people-first workplaces.

“We created Evaluate HR to help businesses get HR right – not just to tick compliance boxes, but to build workplaces where people feel secure, respected, and valued,” says Megan Brown, HR Manager at MMG.

Why Now: Navigating Change with Confidence

Many MMG clients have asked for help with HR policies, contracts, and people processes – but until now, these services sat outside the firm’s traditional offering. With the Employment Rights Bill 2025 bringing major changes to UK employment law, the timing for Evaluate HR couldn’t be better.

“Clients have requested HR documents and policies in the past, and we weren’t always able to help,” Megan explains. “We created this service to make sure our clients feel supported and compliant – especially with so much change on the horizon.”

Evaluate HR has been designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses that don’t have their own HR department but want the same level of guidance, confidence, and peace of mind.

What Evaluate HR Offers

Evaluate HR gives business owners a complete range of HR compliance and people management solutions, all tailored to their needs.

1. Stay Compliant

Employment law can be a minefield. Our HR Compliance Audits act as a health check for your business – reviewing contracts, policies, and practices to ensure everything’s up to date and aligned with UK legislation.

2. Documents That Work for You

From employment contracts to staff handbooks, we draft and refresh HR documentation that’s clear, compliant, and customised for your business. No jargon. No off-the-shelf templates.

3. Train and Support Your Managers

Through People Manager Training, we help your leaders handle performance, absence, investigations, and day-to-day HR issues with confidence.

4. Smarter Recruitment and Retention

Our recruitment support service helps you attract and select the right people, while Employee Satisfaction Surveys and Salary Benchmarking provide insight into how to retain and reward them effectively.

5. Save Time on HR Admin

If HR tasks are taking up too much of your time, our Outsourced HR Administration service handles the details – from record-keeping to policy updates – so you can focus on running your business.

Each service is tailored to your organisation, ensuring practical, people-focused solutions that grow with your business.

The MMG Connection

While Evaluate HR will operate as a standalone business, it naturally complements MMG’s existing accounting and business advisory services. Many clients already rely on MMG for financial guidance – and now, they can access trusted HR expertise under the same roof.

“A lot of our clients need extra guidance and support when it comes to their people,” says Megan. “Evaluate HR fills that gap – offering confidence, compliance, and care in equal measure.”

Who It’s For

Evaluate HR is ideal for:

• Small to medium-sized businesses without in-house HR teams
• Start-ups building their HR foundation from scratch
• Growing organisations wanting to improve compliance and people processes

Whether you need a one-off HR audit or ongoing outsourced HR support, Evaluate HR provides expert, tailored advice that evolves with your needs.

How to Get Started

Evaluate HR officially launches in January 2026.

To register your interest or find out more:

• Speak to your MMG client manager
• Complete the HR Services Interest & Needs Survey
• Or contact Megan Brown directly at meganbrown@mmgca.co.uk

Building Better Workplaces Together

At its heart, Evaluate HR is about helping businesses care for their people – and getting the foundations right from day one.

“When employers care about doing things properly and staying compliant with UK employment law, it shows their people that they care about them too,” says Megan.

Whether you’re a start-up or a growing organisation, Evaluate HR makes HR simpler, smarter, and stronger – so your people can shine.