HR Services for the full employee life cycle
Helping you put your people first
For nearly a decade, we’ve been dedicated to providing thoughtful, full-spectrum HR and Talent Acquisition support to businesses of all sizes.
As one of the first Chicagoland boutique HR consulting firms, we’re proud to deliver personalized solutions through our team of experienced senior and executive-level HR and Talent Acquisition consultants. From startups and nonprofits to global, publicly traded companies, we partner with organizations across industries to navigate the entire employee lifecycle with care and expertise. We’ve got you covered from HRIS implementation, leave management, full-cycle recruiting, succession planning, Head of People support, change management, performance management programs, payroll, benefits, HR administration, leadership development, training and more.
At Work Friendly, we’re not just about solving challenges—we’re about helping your business and team thrive.
Explore HR Outsourcing Services
Free Expert HR Consultation
Human Resources
Ingrained in your company’s culture, Work Friendly creates the right foundation for your most important asset, your people.
Orientation Programs - Employee Retention - Compensation Analysis - Change Management - Off Boarding - Succession Planning
Learning + Development
We offer custom training solutions that help your organization overcome common business challenges and meet your objectives.
Compliance Trainings - Leadership Development - Management Curriculum
HRIS + PEO Implementation
PEO or HRIS systems aren't one size fits all. Work Friendly will help you find the right solution for you and your business.
HRIS Audit - HRIS Implementation - Automation and Workflows - PEO Unbundling - PEO Bundling
Recruiting
With us, you'll have access to an extensive talent pipeline across all industries and roles.
Full-Cycle Recruiting - Employer Branding - Unique Benefits - Employee Incentives - Interim Head of Talent Acquisition - Applicant Tracking System Support
Talent + Performance Management
You’ve found your perfect team. Let Work Friendly help you motivate and keep them.
Performance Management - Performance Reviews
Change Management
We specialize in delivering seamless change management solutions, from crafting executive summaries and transition plans to integrating HR systems and cultures. Our services are designed to support each evolution of your business and adapt to your needs.
PHR Platform Merging - Executive Coaching - Employee Pulse Checks - Mergers and Acquisitions - Reductions in Force (RIF)
Mark Pereira - CEO, Aeronet
Karen Hortig - Exec. Director, SWE
"Partnering with Work Friendly has truly transformed our organization. Their expertise in employee relations and strategic HR support has not only streamlined our processes but also strengthened our culture, aligning key initiatives like new hire onboarding and performance management."
Meet Our Clients
With over 100 years of combined executive level HR experience, Work Friendly delivers unmatched support for all your people needs. Work Friendly partners with organizations in industries like biotech, manufacturing, non-profits, finance, and food and beverage. We provide top-tier HR consulting to help HR teams, leaders, and businesses unlock their workforce’s full potential or tackle HR projects head on.
We know our clients see the clear value of investing in their people and the ROI that a strong HR strategy delivers. With a focus on simplifying our clients’ lives through exceptional HR practices, Work Friendly proudly maintains a 95% year-over-year renewal rate—a testament to the trust we earn and the results we deliver.
We're the
experts in HR
Ready to take the HR outsourcing leap? We're here to tell you you're not alone. Third-party fractional HR expertise can transform your business and provide strategic support for future growth. Work Friendly creates custom HR consulting experiences tailored to bringing you the best HR operations for your business AND your people.
