2014 was the most successful year to date in the history of Basingstoke-based HR Consultancy, Reality HR following its merger with Peritus HR, its move to larger offices and a 30% increase in its client base; the company now provides an outsourced HR function to over 90 companies.
To meet the growing demand for its services, the company has recently made two new appointments; Donna Bonfield to the position of HR Consultant and Jessica Bellingham as Marketing Assistant. The new appointments bring the total number of employees at Reality HR to 17.
Donna brings more than 20 years’ experience to Reality HR gained primarily within the HR function of large corporates in the financial services sector. Her role as HR Consultant includes acting as HR manager for a number of clients, working with them to understand their business plans and helping them build the strategic people plans to support it. All aspects of HR, from training and recruitment to performance management and disciplinary procedures, are covered by the role.
As Donna explains: “Working for Reality HR has given me the opportunity to continue with my professional career, but with the flexibility of balancing my family life. I have the chance to work with an exciting range of clients across a number of different industries advising, supporting and helping them to deliver the people aspects of their business plans”.
Jessica joins Reality HR in a move to boost the marketing capability of the company. Her role incorporates all aspects of social media, advertising, e-shots and promotional literature, as well as providing support to the HR Consultants where required.
Jessica commented: “I’m so excited to start working at Reality HR during this time of change and growth. The company has not only recently undergone a rebrand, but is constantly expanding, which enables me to explore new opportunities and to get creative. The environment is so friendly and relaxed and I have the flexibility to study for my CIM diploma in Digital Marketing, as well as continue working with some of my previous clients from my freelancing days. The flexible hours approach adopted at Reality HR also means that my hours avoid the rush hour commute which, of course, is an added bonus!”
Reality HR Managing Director, Laura Davis, added: “I am really looking forward to 2015, a year in which we can build on the momentum gained during 2014. I’m delighted to welcome Donna and Jessica to the team as I know that they will be able to play a big part in our continued growth. I wish them every success!”