Giraffe People HR

Grace McCloud – HR Consultant at Giraffe People HR

Based in Reigate, Grace McCloud is a dedicated HR consultant at Giraffe People HR, helping businesses across Epsom and Surrey build strong, people-focused workplaces.

Grace specialises in setting up HR departments from scratch, ensuring businesses have the right policies, procedures, contracts, recruitment strategies, and employee relations frameworks in place. She believes in honesty, fairness, respect, and kindness as the foundation for effective HR, fostering commitment and ultimately improving business performance.

At Giraffe People HR, Grace works with business owners, partners, and office managers, providing tailored HR support on a retainer or project basis. Whether guiding companies through learning and development, employee relations, or HR compliance, she ensures businesses are equipped with practical, people-centred solutions.

Expertise & Approach

Grace’s approach to HR is collaborative and strategic, helping organisations create positive workplace cultures that drive success. She understands that HR is not just about policies and procedures—it’s about people. By focusing on employee engagement, retention, and development, she helps businesses build motivated, high-performing teams.

Her expertise includes:

• HR Strategy & Compliance – Ensuring businesses meet legal requirements while fostering a positive work environment.
• Recruitment & Talent Acquisition – Helping companies attract and retain top talent with effective hiring strategies.
• Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution – Providing guidance on workplace disputes, disciplinary actions, and mediation.
• Learning & Development – Creating training programmes that enhance employee skills and career progression.
• HR Systems & Processes – Implementing efficient HR structures that support business growth.

Why Work with Grace?

Grace’s people-first approach sets her apart. She believes that HR should empower employees and businesses alike, creating workplaces where people feel valued, supported, and motivated to succeed.

Her clients appreciate her practical, no-nonsense advice, her ability to simplify complex HR challenges, and her commitment to helping businesses thrive. Whether working with a start-up needing foundational HR support or an established company looking to refine its people strategy, Grace delivers tailored solutions that make a real impact.