Brightstar People
WADHURST · EAST SUSSEX · TN5

Empowering Your People
Protecting Your Business.

Practical, strategic HR and people solutions that strengthen leadership, shape culture, and drive organisational growth. We provide straightforward advice with a clear focus on achieving your commercial objectives.

AUTHORISED & REGULATED BY THE SRA · NO. 8013389

A UNIFIED TEAM FOR ORGANISATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS

12

Service lines

10

Specialists & advisors

SRA

Authorised & Regulated · No. 8013389

Wadhurst

East Sussex · TN5 6AP

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Brightstar People

At Brightstar People, we understand that your organisation's greatest strength lies in its workforce. As a dedicated HR and people consultancy within the Brightstar Commercial Group, we exist to give businesses the focused, expert support they need to attract, manage, and retain outstanding people.

We believe that for an organisation to truly thrive, its people strategy must be as strong as its commercial one. That is why we take the time to understand the bigger picture of your business, ensuring that our advice is not only practically sound but commercially relevant and easy to act upon. Whether you are navigating the complexities of employment compliance, building the foundations of a high-performing culture, or simply need a trusted partner to manage your day-to-day HR, we are here.

We are driven by the strength of our relationships. We work as a dedicated extension of your leadership team — not just as an external provider — immersing ourselves in your organisation to deliver advice that is always personal, proactive, and perfectly aligned with your goals.

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    WHY CHOOSE BRIGHTSTAR PEOPLE

    A Unified Approach to People and Business

    At Brightstar People, we combine the commercial rigour of a business consultancy with the human sensitivity that great people management demands. We recognise that the decisions you make about your workforce have a direct impact on your bottom line, your culture, and your reputation. Our role is to make those decisions easier, safer, and more effective.

    As part of the Brightstar Commercial Group, we offer our clients a unique advantage: a team that understands the complex interplay between regulatory compliance, commercial vision, and the human reality of running a successful organisation. When employment law matters arise, our close relationship with Brightstar Law means expert legal counsel is already part of your support network.

    Why Choose Us
    SERVICES OVERVIEW

    Comprehensive People Solutions for Your Organisation

    From strategic HR consultancy to complete outsourcing, we offer a full range of people services designed to flex around your business needs. Choose the level of support that is right for you.

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    HR Consultancy

    Strategic, commercially aligned guidance tailored to your business goals and culture

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    Employee Policies & Procedures

    Clear, compliant, and practical documentation that sets expectations and protects your business

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    Recruitment & Onboarding Frameworks

    Structured processes to attract top talent and integrate new hires effectively

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    Performance Management Systems

    Tools and frameworks to motivate, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce

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    Disciplinary & Grievance Support

    Fair, sensitive, and legally sound guidance through complex workplace situations

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    Employment Compliance

    Proactive protection against the ever-changing landscape of UK employment legislation

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    Complete HR Outsourcing

    End-to-end management of your entire HR function, at a fraction of the cost of an in-house team

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    OUR PEOPLE

    Meet the team behind
    Brightstar People.

    A team of solicitors and advisors specialising in Commercial, Corporate and Employment Law, Litigation, and People Solutions.

    Joe Milner, Legal Counsel, Director & Owner

    Joe Milner

    Legal Counsel, Director & Owner

    Claudia Yorath, Head of People Service, Director & Owner

    Claudia Yorath

    Head of People Service, Director & Owner

    Jamie Carter, Senior HR Consultant

    Jamie Carter

    Senior HR Consultant

    Harriett Mills, HR Administrator

    Harriett Mills

    HR Administrator

    TESTIMONIAL

    Trusted by BusinessesAcross the UK

    OUR APPROACH

    “We are truly driven by the strength of our relationships, working as a dedicated extension of your leadership team rather than just an external provider.”

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    OUR PROMISE

    “We pride ourselves on delivering straightforward advice that empowers our clients to make informed decisions with confidence.”

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    OUR MOTO

    “Legal Clarity Simply Delivered.”

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