Kathryn Brown
Your HR Manager
Kathryn Brown is the founder and HR Adviser behind Kea HR, helping employers manage their people with confidence through practical, commercially focused HR advice delivered in plain English.
Practical HR advice that gives business owners confidence to make the right decisions. Kathryn Brown has spent over 30 years helping employers navigate everything from everyday HR queries to complex restructures. Over three decades, Kathryn has supported businesses at every stage of their journey, from recruiting a first employee through periods of growth, organisational change and major restructuring.
Kathryn has supported businesses at every stage of their journey, from recruiting a first employee through periods of growth, organisational change and restructuring.
About Kathryn
Your partner, sounding board, technical adviser and safety net to help you and your existing HR infrastructure stay current and compliant and achieve positive business results
In 2006, she founded Kea HR & Recruitment to provide SMEs with tailored HR solutions. Kathryn offers practical, jargon-free advice outlining options, risks, and benefits so you can make informed decisions.
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Who Kathryn Brown Works With
Kathryn typically works with businesses in South Yorkshire and the surrounding counties, which employ between 1 and 100 staff and don’t employ a qualified HR professional. She has a proven track record of working with businesses across a wide variety of sectors. Her satisfied customers include:
Although every business is different, they all have one thing in common—they want practical advice they can act on with confidence.
Professional & Services
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Trades & Retail
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Hospitality, Leisure & Wellness
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Kathryn also works with a number of registered charities.
What clients value most about working with Kathryn
Over the years, clients have consistently highlighted six qualities they value most when working with Kea HR.
We believe good HR is about more than legal compliance. It’s about giving employers the confidence to manage their people effectively, knowing they have practical support whenever they need it.
When you work with Kea HR, you can expect:
What You Can Expect |
What That Means |
| Practical advice | Solutions that work in the real world, balancing legal compliance with the commercial realities of running a business. |
| Clear communication | Straightforward advice in plain English, with documents that are easy to understand and implement. |
| Responsive support | Prompt advice when issues arise, helping you deal with situations before they become bigger problems. |
| A trusted adviser | Someone who takes the time to understand your business and provides consistent support as your business grows. |
| Peace of mind | Confidence that your employment documentation, policies and decisions are legally robust and appropriate for your business. |
| Confidence to make decisions | Support that helps you understand your options, make informed decisions and become a more confident manager. |
Over the last 20 years, clients have consistently described Kea HR as practical, approachable, responsive and professional, valuing our ability to explain complex issues clearly and provide confidence in difficult situations.
How Kathryn Brown Charges
Transparent and fair pricing for every business. Kathryn meets with you first to understand your HR needs—no surprises ever.
Annual Contracts |
Ongoing HR support, savings on standard hourly rates, support provided remotely or onsite. |
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HR Projects |
Fixed cost range provided up front. Deposit payable at the start with balance due on successful completion. You will never pay more than the price quoted. |
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Pay As You Go |
Ideal for occassional HR support. Standard hourly or daily rates. Annual Contract clients receive reduced rates and take priority.. |
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