Performance
& Employee Lifecycle
At SimplifyHR, we understand that performance management is key to aligning individual performance with organisational objectives throughout the entire employee lifecycle—from onboarding to offboarding. We supporting with setting clear expectations, provide regular feedback, and ensure employees are supported in meeting their goals.
When challenges arise, we take proactive steps to address them, helping employees improve and contributing to both their growth and the long-term success of the business. Similarly, our offboarding process ensures a smooth transition when an employee leaves, maintaining positive relationships and protecting your organisational interests.
Probation
At SimplifyHR, we recognise that managing probation is crucial for assessing whether a new hire is the right fit for both the role and your organisation. This structured period, typically lasting up to six months, allows you to evaluate performance, cultural alignment, and overall suitability.
We can support you with the entire probation process for you or provide support through guidance documents, policy guidance, and template forms, ensuring a seamless and effective probationary review that helps set both the employee and the organisation up for success.
Performance Management & Reviews
At SimplifyHR, we understand that managing performance is a critical responsibility for every manager, which often involves addressing both poor and good performance. Unfortunately, many managers focus on discussing poor performers without tackling the core issues. That's where SimplifyHR comes in to support you.
Our experienced team help you navigate employee performance challenges by guiding you to take the right actions, not just the easy ones. We will also challenge you when required to drive the best possible outcome.
One key takeaway is that paperwork is extremely important when dealing with poor and good performers.
PIP – Performance Improvement Plans
At SimplifyHR, we help navigate performance issues through a structured framework through a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) to help employees address specific performance challenges.
A PIP outlines specific areas for improvement, sets realistic goals, timelines, and success criteria—providing employees with the opportunity and support they need to get back on track.
We work closely with you to ensure the process is fair, well-documented, and legally sound, balancing organisational needs with employee development.
From drafting the plan to guiding conversations and follow-up reviews, we’re by your side every step of the way.
Absence Management
At SimplifyHR, we believe a clearly communicated absence management policy is essential for any successful organisation. Absence management isn’t just about tracking time off—it’s about creating a fair and consistent approach that supports both employee well-being and business continuity.
Our approach covers both short- and long-term absences, ensuring your team knows what to expect and what’s expected of them. A strong framework outlines procedures for reporting, managing, and following up on absences—helping to prevent misuse of sick pay, reduce disruption, and support early intervention when needed.
We work with you to develop clear, legally compliant policies that are easy to implement and aligned with your culture—supporting a healthier, more engaged, and productive workforce.
Offboarding Process
At SimplifyHR, we understand that onboarding sets the foundation for a successful employee experience. A structured, engaging onboarding process helps new hires feel welcome, understand your culture, and quickly find their feet in their new role.
We can support you design an onboarding process that clearly communicates expectations, introduces key policies and values, and builds early engagement — all of which contribute to improved productivity, stronger team integration, and better staff retention.
Equally, a smooth well-managed offboarding process ensures leavers exit professionally and respectfully, protecting your business and leaving the door open for future engagement, supports knowledge transfer, and leaves a lasting positive impression.
We support you with clear, compliant onboarding and offboarding frameworks that ensure every stage of the employee lifecycle is handled with care, consistency, and professionalism.
Salary & Benefits Benchmark
At SimplifyHR, we recognise that attracting and retaining top talent requires compensation packages that are competitive with current market standards.
Falling below industry benchmarks can make it harder to hire top talent—and easier to lose your best people.
With access to accurate market data and practical HR insight, we help you develop compensation strategies that reflect your organisational goals and keep you competitive in the current market.
Reward & Recognition
At SimplifyHR, we believe that recognising your team’s efforts is key to keeping motivation high and performance strong.
Effective recognition doesn’t always require large budgets—what matters is that it’s timely, meaningful, and aligned with your company’s culture and values.
We can support you to create practical, meaningful recognition strategies that suit your organisation, boost morale, and show your team their contribution is genuinely valued.
Pension Auto-Enrolment
At SimplifyHR, we understand that the introduction of Ireland’s Pension Auto-Enrolment Scheme, set for 30th September 2025, brings new responsibilities for employers. The scheme will automatically enrol eligible employees into a pension plan, with contributions shared between the employee, employer, and the State.
While we are not a financial advisory service, we are here to provide guidance and support to help you navigate the new pension requirements smoothly and ensure compliance with the upcoming changes.