Fractional HR

“You can’t solve the problem with the first brain that created it.” That’s when you know it’s time for a new perspective and a refresh to get you to the next level.

At C4 Talent, we understand the value of having dedicated HR specialists and a skilled team of professionals readily available to support your organization. When you need to move the needle in a new direction, and you need real expertise to get the outcome right the first time, C4 adds the value and impact you need.

What Sets Us Apart

  • Strategic Guidance on people operations, talent strategy, and creating a healthy work environment.
  • Workforce Planning and Analytics to help you attract, engage, and retain top talent.
  • Specialized Expertise in compliance, compensation, benefits, recruiting, training, and more.
  • Immediate Support for leaders and employees through training, coaching, development, and mentoring.
  • The list goes on and on...

Just as you have specialized legal, accounting, and IT support partners, your business deserves a dedicated HR partner to navigate the complexities of human capital management.

At C4 Talent, we recognize the role that HR plays in fostering a thriving and successful organization through your greatest resource: People.

Dare to Compare

Fractional vs Consultant vs Advisor
Fractional
What are the benefits?

Provide ongoing executive-level leadership and Hands-on involvement

What is the time commitment?

Ongoing

What is the cost structure?
  • Retainer fee
  • Retainer fee + Performance incentive
What is the involvement in team management?

High

Acts as part of the leadership team. C-level role on a part-time basis

What is the level of service?

Done with you

Best for:

Companies needing specialized executive expertise but do not require a full-time executive

Consultant
What are the benefits?

Specialized skills for specific projects or challenges.

What is the time commitment?

Project-Based

What is the cost structure?
  • Project- Based fee
  • Hourly Rate
What is the involvement in team management?

Moderate to low

Works with teams to understand challenges and implement solutions

What is the level of service?

Done with you or Done for you

Best for:

Companies needing specialized expertise for a specific problem or project

Advisor
What are the benefits?

Strategic guidance and mentorship

What is the time commitment?

As-needed basis

What is the cost structure?
  • Retainer fee
  • Hourly Rate
What is the involvement in team management?

Low

Typically not involved in direct team management or operational decision-making

What is the level of service?

You do it

Best for:

Companies seeking expert insights and guidance without the need for hands-on involvement.

Whether as an embedded HR executive supporting with strategy, mentorship and critical issues or capitalizing on specialist support for key business drivers that supplement current talent, we support our clients through:

  • Industry expertise and up-to-date knowledge
  • Diverse insights spanning multiple industries
  • Certified professional in multiple specialties

Pricing

We understand that your HR needs may vary from month to month, or you may simply want someone to act as your go-to HR advisor throughout the year. That's why you have a choice which provides flexibility and on-demand HR support whenever you need it.

*Pricing is based on annual contract
20 hours
$3,600
per month
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30 hours
$5,400
per month
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40 hours
$7,200
per month
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50 hours
$9,000
per month
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*Pricing is based on annual contract
20 hours
$6,600
per annum
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30 hours
$7,400
per annum
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40 hours
$8,200
per annum
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50 hours
$9,900
per annum
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Case Studies

Human resources encompasses a wide array of responsibilities, many of which are often unseen but felt throughout the organization. In addition to numerous people operations responsibilities, HR professionals play a vital role in shaping company culture, acquiring and retaining top talent, and facilitating employee growth.

Which services can I expect from an HR professional working 30 hours per month?
  • Weekly meetings to discuss HR issues, answer question, coach proactive solutions.
  • Assist in employee relations, engagement, mentoring.
  • Manage people operations such as compliance, system maintenance, benefits.
  • Client-specific research and ensuring ongoing knowledge updates.
  • Employee communications, development and training.
How can I optimize the utilization of an HR professional for 30 hours a year?
  • Collaborate with the HR professional to ensure compliance and identify areas of improvement.
  • Utilize the HR professional's expertise to develop and implement necessary HR policies and procedures.
  • Seek guidance from the HR professional for employee relations matters such as conflict resolution and performance management.
  • Tap into their knowledge and experience to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.

Trusted by both
Individuals and Companies

Don’t just take our word for it.
Hear what our clients have to say about us

Outdated processes, lack of HR leadership, HR strategy needed formulating.

"Carol was able to quickly provide an assessment of our needs, and recommend many efficient programs and processes. Carol is very action-oriented, provides quality suggestions, has a quick turnaround and is wonderful to work with."

Fractional HR for 9 months, onboarding new executives, auditing HR practices, developing job architecture.

"Carol is a compassionate executive and creator of best practices. She has an excellent work ethic. As a leader, she motivates others into action and makes sure all work is aligned with the strategic mission and goals of the organization."

Fractional support for non profit in sustainability space.
Developed HR department practices and procedures.

"It was an absolute pleasure working with Nicole. She raised the bar significantly of what I expect in a partnership with HR and talent management."

Still not sure what you need?

Expand your possibilities with our additional service offerings.

shift from reactive to proactive

To all our SMBs and leaders within, this will sound all too familiar:

  • Putting out fires: A reactive strategy, dealing with problems as they arise.
  • Planning Ahead: A proactive strategy, anticipating and preventing issues before they occur.

Identify If You're in Reactive Mode; ask yourself:

  • Are your employees truly engaged and productive? How do you measure their engagement accurately?
  • Do you struggle to stay ahead of ever-changing regulations, feeling uncertain about where to start?
  • Are you maximizing the benefits from your vendors, or are you unsure of the right questions to ask to get there?
  • How effective are your HR practices? Do you have a method to evaluate their efficiency?

Let our team of HR experts help. We specialize in transforming reactive environments into proactive success stories. Find out how you can benefit from our expertise.

Starts at $1,995
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Introducing "HR Concierge" where you get direct access to a seasoned HR leader

We designed HR Concierge to be your go-to dedicated HR expert….not some HR manager who needs to look up the answer in their library of ‘correct responses’.  With our extensive onboarding process, we learn about YOU - your company, leaders, goals and strategy, current challenges and opportunities - to create a comprehensive profile.  This way, when you contact our HR Leaders, you will get the most appropriate answer for YOUR business.  

For the price of two business-class flights, you can secure top-tier HR guidance year-round without the jet lag. Imagine the efficiency of having a seasoned HR executive just a text message away to help answer a sticky question before your next meeting.

For the price of your annual office snacks, you can nourish your business with strategic and operational HR support that keeps your team productive and compliant. How often have you had to research on Google, ask non-HR friends for advice, or post a question on Facebook? How much of that information is the best to make decisions that can positively impact your business?

With HR Concierge, you can be confident in your decisions.

Starts at $399/month | *Annual contract required
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