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Our values are the ethos we ask our people to embody here at People Solutions.

They sum up what we’re about and outline the attitudes and behaviours we believe lead to better recruitment for a stronger business.

We’re passionate about living and breathing these values in everything we do in order to create a culture that delivers the ultimate experience for our clients and candidates. For our clients, these values give an insight into the people they’re teaming up with when they partner with us. Here’s what each of our values means for both our teams and our clients.

Create Real Connections

From working with each other, to our interactions with candidates, to partnering with clients; everything we do is built on relationships. That means having open and honest conversations, it means taking the time to listen and it means showing compassion. Yes, we deal with businesses, but we work with people. For our clients, partnering with People Solutions isn’t just about great recruitment solutions, it’s about making the recruitment experience more fun, more open and more human.

Advise. Challenge. Inspire.

We approach everything with a consultative mind-set. That means having an open mind and taking the time to analyse the situation. We’re always willing to explore multiple solutions, push boundaries and question the status quo. We don’t take stupid risks, but we’re ambitious and love working collaboratively to achieve great things.

For our clients, we want to be a partner that is easy to work with. That doesn’t mean saying yes to whatever they tell us, that means always doing what is best for them long-term. There are no one-size- fits-all solutions here, everything we do is considered and bespoke to be as impactful as possible. We’re the people dedicated to making a business stronger, together.

Protect on all fronts

People are trusting us with their futures; be it their business or their careers so we understand the level of responsibility that we have. At People Solutions we value doing things the right way. We are here to take away the worry and be the safe pair of hands that our clients and candidates want and need.

For our clients this means that we need to have open and honest conversations because that’s the only way we can understand exactly what’s needed. With People Solutions there are no surprises and no being left in the lurch. We look after our clients like they’re part of the family, we’ve got their back.

Celebrate every success

We understand that success relies on every day accomplishments, so we like to make a big deal even about the little things. Everyone at People Solutions is part of the bigger picture, we make an effort to tell people about a job well done.

By celebrating every success, we make sure that our people are truly engaged with doing things the right way. Our clients can relax, knowing that the people working with them are pouring their heart and soul into everything they do. If a business has ever wondered what it’s like to have a recruitment partner full of happy, highly motivated people at their disposal? They soon find out with People Solutions.

Own it

We don’t play the blame game at People Solutions and we don’t shy away from a challenge, we grab the bull by the horns and get things done. We don’t want people who are just worried about covering their own backs, a People Solutions person stands up to be counted and acts in the best interest of everyone involved.

Our people are one big team. They’re like an efficient beehive with everyone ready to play their part. That means our clients get a dedicated team all working towards a common goal: making their business stronger.

Managing recruitment, onboarding, and workforce productivity for temporary or contingent workers can be complex and resource-intensive. As demand fluctuates and competition for talent increases, many businesses are turning to a Managed Services Provider (MSP) to streamline operations and improve workforce performance.

But when is an MSP the right answer? Here are some of the key benefits an MSP model can bring to your organisation.

Reducing Recruitment Costs

Attracting quality candidates in today’s competitive market can be expensive and time-consuming. Advertising roles, screening candidates, and maintaining talent pipelines all require significant investment.

An MSP allows businesses to access established talent pools and proven attraction strategies, removing the need to start from scratch each time recruitment needs arise.

At People Solutions, we continuously strengthen our brand presence across multiple platforms and use a range of attraction tools to engage candidates efficiently. Our established talent networks and market insights enable us to recruit in a cost-effective and targeted way.

Lowering Administrative Burden

Recruitment brings unavoidable administration, whether hiring at scale or filling occasional vacancies. Managing compliance, onboarding, attendance, and reporting can place additional pressure on internal teams and slow down processes.

An MSP model introduces dedicated support to manage these responsibilities. Our on-site teams handle day-to-day workforce administration and provide regular reporting, allowing your teams to focus on core business operations while we manage workforce processes.

Access to Industry Expertise

Partnering with an MSP means benefiting from specialist knowledge and proven workforce strategies. Experienced providers develop tailored solutions that align with each client’s operational needs.

With over three decades of delivering Managed Services solutions, People Solutions continuously refines its approach, applying best practice and lessons learned to deliver innovative and effective workforce solutions.

What Does an MSP Cover?

An MSP solution can manage the full recruitment lifecycle for temporary and contingent workers, from attraction and assessment through to onboarding and ongoing workforce management. Services are tailored to each business, but typically include:

Ongoing recruitment and candidate assessment
Pre-assignment inductions and site tours
Bespoke candidate testing
Daily worker attendance management
Weekly workforce support sessions
Day-one, weekly, and monthly worker reviews
Performance review meetings
MI and KPI reporting

A key benefit of MSP delivery is that support is provided directly on-site, creating a genuine partnership and ensuring solutions are aligned with operational needs from day one.

How People Solutions Can Support You

Managed Services is central to what we do. For over 30 years, we have worked with businesses to develop tailored workforce solutions that deliver measurable value.

By becoming an extension of our clients’ teams, we build long-term partnerships and continuously improve the way we support their workforce operations. Our goal is simple: to help businesses operate more efficiently while ensuring their workforce is supported, productive, and ready to meet demand.

If you would like to explore how a Managed Services solution could benefit your business, our team would be happy to discuss a solution tailored to your needs. Get in touch to find out more.

Recruiting the right people at the right time is critical to business success. However, managing recruitment internally can become challenging as hiring demands grow, markets shift, or specialist skills become harder to secure.

This is where Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) can provide a practical and scalable solution.

What Is RPO?

Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) is when a business partners with a recruitment specialist to manage part or all of its hiring activity. Rather than handling recruitment internally, the process is supported or fully managed by an expert partner.

An RPO solution can be tailored to your needs, whether you require support for a single hiring project or an ongoing recruitment programme.

When Does RPO Make Sense?

RPO is particularly effective when:

Hiring volumes increase quickly
Internal HR or recruitment teams are stretched
Specialist recruitment skills are required
Recruitment costs are rising
Hiring processes need improving or streamlining

By outsourcing recruitment functions, businesses gain flexibility and expertise without increasing internal workload.

Benefits of an RPO Solution

Scalable recruitment support – An RPO model adapts to your business needs, allowing recruitment activity to scale up or down as demand changes.
Reduced hiring costs – An efficient recruitment strategy reduces advertising spend, improves candidate attraction, and shortens time-to-hire, helping lower overall recruitment costs.
Access to recruitment expertise – RPO providers bring specialist knowledge, recruitment technology, and market insight, helping secure the best talent more effectively.
Improved candidate experience – A professional recruitment process strengthens your employer brand and ensures candidates have a positive experience throughout the hiring journey.
Better hiring outcomes – With dedicated recruitment support and refined processes, businesses benefit from higher-quality hires and improved retention.

How People Solutions Can Help

At People Solutions, we work closely with businesses to design recruitment solutions that meet their operational goals. Our RPO approach is built around partnership, transparency, and delivering measurable results.

By acting as an extension of your business, we help attract, engage, and retain the talent needed to support long-term growth.

Is RPO Right for You?

If recruitment demands are increasing or internal resources are under pressure, an RPO solution could help improve efficiency while delivering better hiring outcomes.

If you’d like to explore how RPO could support your business, our team would be happy to discuss a tailored solution to meet your needs.

What Employers Need to Know About Minimum Wage Changes in April 2026

From 1 April 2026, statutory pay rates in the UK will rise, affecting millions of workers and employers across sectors. These changes were confirmed following the Government’s acceptance of the Low Pay Commission’s (LPC) recommendations.

New National Minimum and Living Wage Rates

The updated statutory pay rates are:

Worker Group	Rate from 1 April 2026
National Living Wage (21 and over)	£12.71 per hour
18-20 Year Old Rate	£10.85 per hour
16-17 Year Old / Apprentice Rate	£8.00 per hour
Accommodation Offset	£11.10 per day

These increases represent a real-terms uplift in pay, with higher proportional rises for younger age bands as part of the LPC’s longer-term objective of narrowing the gap between minimum and median earnings.

Why This Matters for Your Business

These statutory changes have several immediate implications for employers:

Payroll budgeting – A seemingly modest per-hour increase can meaningfully impact annual wage bills, particularly for large hourly-paid or seasonal workforces. Planning ahead ensures your budgeting remains accurate and compliant.
Compliance risk – Statutory minimum rates must be applied correctly to all eligible workers, including part-time, temporary and zero-hours staff. Non-compliance can lead to financial penalties and reputational risk.
Recruitment and retention – Higher baseline pay rates can influence job attractiveness and candidate expectations. It’s important to align role offers and employment packages with the new statutory framework.

Strategic Actions to Consider

To prepare effectively for April 2026:

Review payroll systems and contract terms to incorporate new rates ahead of the April deadline.
Update workforce cost models to reflect the revised pay floor across departments and workforce segments.
Assess recruitment strategies, especially for roles traditionally on minimum pay bands.
Engage with partners – such as payroll providers and agencies – to confirm their readiness for the updated rates.

Beyond Statutory Minimums

While statutory minimum and living wage rates set the legal floor, some organisations choose to adopt voluntary benchmarks such as the Real Living Wage to further support retention and worker satisfaction.