At Ignite HR, we believe people are the heartbeat of every successful organisation.

Founded by Rachel Graves—an experienced HR professional and charity leader—we support SMEs and not-for-profits to build compliant, values-led workplaces with strong foundations for sustainable growth.

Whether you’re hiring your first team member or scaling up, we offer expert HR support without the cost of an internal department.

Rachel brings over 15 years of leadership and HR experience across commercial and charitable sectors. As a freelance consultant, she has helped growing organisations to:

• Develop clear, legally compliant HR policies
• Navigate complex employee relations with confidence and care
• Align people strategies with business goals
• Foster inclusive, high-performing workplace cultures

As Founder and Executive Leader of FreshFire Trust, she led strategic planning, recruitment, compliance, and team development—proving that strong values and smart HR go hand in hand.

Her approach is professional, practical, and personal. She understands the challenges SMEs and charities face and delivers cost-effective HR solutions that work in the real world.

Why Work With Us?

• Straightforward HR – No jargon, just advice you can use
• Flexible support – Packages that grow with you
• Values-driven – We care about your people
• Real experience – Backed by senior-level, hands-on expertise