About Us
About Us
What We Do
HR-Xcellence Solutions was founded with a clear purpose: to help Australian small-to-medium businesses achieve HR excellence – without losing the human element.
We understand that many growing businesses don’t have the resources or need for an in-house HR professional, yet still face complex people, compliance, and risk challenges. Having worked across a diverse range of industries, we’ve seen firsthand how thoughtful, well-structured HR can strengthen businesses, empower leaders, and create better workplaces.
HR-Xcellence exists to make HR human again – simple, personal, and built on genuine care for people and business. We partner with proud business owners who want to do things right, protect their business, and create a great place to work, but feel overwhelmed by the formality and complexity of traditional HR.
We bridge the gap between clinical corporate HR and cookie-cutter templates, combining big-business expertise with small-business heart. Our approach translates legal and compliance requirements into clear, practical, plain-language solutions that fit each business – not the other way around.
As an approachable and trusted HR partner, we take the fear and confusion out of people management. The result is HR that becomes a source of clarity and confidence, helping business owners move from reactivity to control, and from uncertainty to strength.
Why Choose Us
Choosing the right HR partner is about more than expertise – it’s about trust, clarity, and feeling genuinely supported. At HR-Xcellence, we do HR differently, putting people and business outcomes first, always.
People First, Always
A genuinely human approach to HR. We consider the impact on people as well as compliance, ensuring solutions are practical, fair, and aligned to your values.
Trusted Partnership
We don’t sit on the sidelines. We work alongside you as a trusted HR partner, offering steady guidance, honest advice, and support you can rely on.
Clarity & Simplicity
HR shouldn’t feel confusing or intimidating. We translate complex legal and compliance requirements into clear, plain-language advice that makes sense.
Growth & Confidence
By strengthening your HR foundations, we help you move forward with confidence – empowering you to lead, grow, and make informed people decisions.
Support & Balance
We support both sides of the employment relationship, helping businesses manage risk while fostering positive, respectful, and productive workplaces.
Meet Simone
Founder & HR Consultant
Simone is the founder of HR-Xcellence Solutions and a trusted HR partner to Australian businesses. With over a decade of experience across industries including hotels, hospitality, construction, media, retail, and allied health, Simone understands the real-world challenges business owners face when it comes to managing people, compliance, and risk.
With a background in Human Resource Management and Organisation and Business Communication, Simone brings both technical expertise and a practical, plain-language approach to HR. She has worked with businesses at every stage – from startups finding their feet to established organisations navigating growth and change – and knows that no two workplaces are ever the same.
Simone is passionate about making HR human again. She believes HR should support people and business outcomes, not overwhelm them with complexity. Her work focuses on translating legal and compliance requirements into clear, workable solutions that fit each business and its culture.
Known for her approachable style, Simone partners closely with her clients, providing practical advice, trusted guidance, and genuine support. The result is HR that feels less intimidating and far more empowering – helping business owners lead with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions
HR can feel complex – especially when you’re trying to do the right thing by your people and your business. These are some of the most common questions we’re asked, answered in plain language to help you feel informed, confident, and supported.
Yes. Even small teams have legal obligations under Australian employment law. HR support helps you stay compliant, manage people issues appropriately, and create a positive workplace without the need for an in-house HR professional.
Ad hoc HR support is ideal when you need guidance on a specific issue. HR packages provide ongoing, structured support and peace of mind, while project-based support is designed for defined pieces of work such as contracts, policies, system implementation, or compliance reviews.
Absolutely. Many businesses come to us for a review of their existing documents to ensure they’re compliant, up to date, and fit for purpose. We can refine, update, or rebuild documentation where needed.
No. We work across a wide range of industries and tailor our advice to your specific business, workforce, and operational needs. Our focus is on practical, compliant HR that works in real workplaces.
By keeping it human. We translate legal and compliance requirements into clear, plain-language advice and work alongside you as a trusted partner, so you’re never left feeling unsure or unsupported.
We understand that HR issues don’t always arise at convenient times. We provide responsive, practical support when issues arise, helping you manage situations calmly, fairly, and with confidence.
Yes. All advice and documentation are aligned with current Australian employment legislation and best practice, ensuring your business is protected while still being people-first.
Getting started is simple. Reach out for an initial conversation and we’ll talk through your business, your challenges, and the type of support that will best suit your needs – no pressure, just practical guidance.