About PPS

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12 +

Years of
experience
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Who we are

Building Success Together, One HR Solution at a Time.

Petula People Solutions (PPS) was founded by CIPD Award Winner Jade Sheppard with a simple mission — to help businesses get the best out of their people while staying compliant, confident, and future-ready.

We know that managing people isn’t always easy. That’s why PPS offers flexible HR support packages designed to fit the unique needs of your business. Whether you’re a small business owner who needs clear, practical advice, a growing company building your team and training your managers, or an established organisation looking for a trusted HR partner, we’re here to make people management simpler and more effective.

Our support covers everything from:

  • Writing or updating policies and contracts
  • ER advice and case management
  • Training and coaching managers
  • Supporting recruitment and onboarding
  • Planning and shaping your workforce for the future

You can also choose from optional extras such as bespoke training sessions, mediation services, and employee engagement projects — all designed to create happier, more productive workplaces.

At PPS, we pride ourselves on being more than just HR consultants. We’re your extended team — approachable, responsive, and genuinely passionate about helping your business and your people thrive.

Have questions?

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Human Resources

Policy Writing

HR Templates

Employee Handbooks

Our Purpose

Vision, Mission & Values

Simplify

We turn complex human resources challenges into clear, manageable solutions that business owners can understand and implement with confidence.

Empower

We give business owners the tools, knowledge, and confidence they need to streamline their workplace, focus on their people and unlock potential.

Grow

We create practical, scalable solutions designed to fuel sustainable growth — helping small and medium enterprises (SME's) to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Our Vision

To be the trusted partner for SMEs, removing complexity and providing clarity so that businesses can focus on what they do best — growing. We aim to empower every client with the tools, policies, and people-first support they need to build strong, compliant, and sustainable workplaces.

How We Work

01

Identifying Your Needs

We have an intial chat to identify
the needs of your business and let you know how we can help
02

Choose Your Package

You can choose from one of our standard or bespoke HR packages
03

Preparation

We prepare the documents or provide the support you have selected
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Ongoing Support

As your trusted HR partner, we provide ongoing support tailored to your business
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What Clients Say About Us

"Jade was the driving force behind our Employee Lifecycle project, Omnis, leading its conception, design, rollout, and successful embedding across the business. She worked seamlessly with senior leadership, gaining genuine buy-in and effectively managing a wide range of stakeholders. The result was a complete transformation in how we attract, develop, and retain our people. Thanks to Jade's leadership, over 1,800 colleagues experienced a more connected, consistent, and engaging employee experience. The CIPD recognised the project for its innovation and success."

Adam Lockyer, Managing Director - Site-Equip Ltd

Why choose PPS?

Operational Experience& a Unique Skillset

That's what makes us different at PPS - we have operational experience in different industries, meaning we have worked and solved problems in real life situations. Unlike larger consultancies, PPS offers personalised, flexible, and affordable HR solutions, combining compliance with people-first strategies.