Outsourced HR for Startups and Growing Companies

Practical HR support to set up policies, processes, and compliance for new ventures. 

Build the HR foundation your company needs without hiring a full-time HR team too early. AugmentHR helps startups and international companies entering Canada establish practical policies, payroll and benefits processes, onboarding, compensation, performance systems and manager support.

Why Businesses Choose Us for Ongoing HR Support


  •  HR Priorities and Implementation Roadmap
    Identify immediate HR needs, compliance gaps, and longer-term priorities, then create a practical roadmap based on your growth stage and business goals.

  •        Employee Handbook and Workplace Policies
    Develop clear policies covering workplace expectations, conduct, leave, remote work, harassment, confidentiality, and other key employment practices.

  •       Employment and Onboarding Documentation
    Create consistent employment documents, onboarding checklists, employee forms, and manager guidance so new hires have a structured start.

  •       Payroll and Benefits Setup Support
    Help establish payroll processes, coordinate benefits administration, organize employee information, and support implementation with providers.

  •       Organization Charts and Job Descriptions
    Define reporting relationships, responsibilities, and role expectations so employees and managers understand how the organization is structured.


  •        Compensation Benchmarking and Salary Ranges
    Use market data and internal job considerations to build competitive salary ranges that support hiring, budgeting, and pay consistency.

  •       Performance Management Processes
    Set up practical processes for goals, feedback, performance reviews, development planning, and addressing performance concerns.

  •       New Manager Guidance and Training
    Give new managers practical support in communication, delegation, feedback, accountability, coaching, and employee relations.

  •       Onboarding and Off-boarding Processes
    Create repeatable processes for welcoming new employees, managing role transitions, and handling employee departures consistently.

  •       Employee Relations Support
    Provide guidance for workplace concerns, performance issues, conflict, accommodation, documentation, and other sensitive employee matters.

  •       HRIS Selection and Implementation
    Help identify HR technology requirements, compare systems, organize employee data, and support implementation and internal adoption.

  •       Recruitment Support through IQ PARTNERS
    Access recruitment and candidate sourcing through     IQ PARTNERS, while AugmentHR supports the HR processes surrounding hiring, documentation, onboarding, and employee readiness.



We’ve developed a 90-day, 6 / 12 / 24-month start-up checklist to help guide and set priorities for companies starting up in Canada. Reach out today to learn how our HR startup services can help you.

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FAQ’s About HR Startup Services: 

  • What are HR startup services?

    HR startup services provide foundational HR support for new and growing businesses, including HR strategy, foundational policies, recruitment systems, onboarding frameworks, compliance guidance, and scalable HR infrastructure.

  • Why do startups need HR support?

    Startups need HR support to build compliant HR foundations, attract and retain talent, create scalable processes, reduce legal risk, and ensure consistency as the business grows.

  • What HR tasks should a startup prioritize first?

    Startups should prioritize: employment agreements, job descriptions, HR policies (e.g., harassment, leave, remote work), onboarding processes, compensation structures, and compliance with employment standards.

  • How do HR startup services help with compliance?

    HR startup specialists help ensure compliance with federal and provincial employment laws, wage and hour standards, recordkeeping requirements, and HR best practices to reduce risk and penalties.

  • Can HR startup services help with hiring and recruiting?

    Yes. AugmentHR (via our parent company, IQ PARTNERS) can provide recruiting strategy, job advertising guidance, candidate screening support, interview frameworks, and offer management to help startups hire efficiently.

  • Are HR startup services suitable for companies without an HR team?

    Absolutely. These services are designed for companies that don’t yet have internal HR, offering fractional support and structured systems without needing full-time HR staff.

  • How much do HR startup services cost?

    Pricing varies depending on scope. Startups can engage HR services on a project or hourly basis, tailored to early‑stage needs versus later‑stage scale support. Contact Us today for a free estimate.

  • Can HR startup services support remote teams?

    Yes. Services include remote onboarding, performance support, communication frameworks, and policy guidance tailored to distributed workforces.

  • How quickly can startup HR support be implemented?

    Many onboarding elements and HR systems can be established within a few weeks, with ongoing support available as your business grows.

  • How do HR startup services improve company culture?

    By establishing consistent processes, clear expectations, and structured communications, HR services help define culture, support engagement, and strengthen employer branding from the start.

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