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PolarHR

by PolarHR · Since 202
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Active1+ countriesCloudFree tier
Quick facts
VendorPolarHR
Year launched202
StatusActive
Location3700 Parkway, Solent Business Park, Whiteley, PO15 7AW, United Kingdom.
Countries served1+
Languages1
IntegrationsN/A
Free tierYES
Free trialNO
Contact salesNO

About PolarHR

PolarHR is a straightforward, functional HR solution for businesses that want to eliminate paper-based admin without overpaying.

PolarHR is a straightforward, functional HR solution for businesses that want to eliminate paper-based admin without overpaying. It specializes in the "essentials"—absence tracking, document storage, and expenses—and delivers them through a clean, easy-to-use interface. It is a highly effective choice for UK-based SMEs that need a secure, compliant, and affordable system to manage a growing workforce.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • The interface is designed for simplicity
  • Highly optimized for UK-specific needs
  • The implementation process is very fast
Cons
  • Does not currently offer 24/7 live phone support for lower-tier users.
  • The compliance and certification tools are most beneficial for UK-based companies.
  • It acts as an information portal and does not process actual bank transfers or tax filings.

Features

Key features

Certifications Tracking

Monitors expiry dates for professional qualifications and legal documents (e.g., Right to Work), with automated renewal reminders.

Asset Tracking

A centralized log to monitor company hardware (laptops, phones) assigned to specific employees, including their value and location.

Self-Onboarding

New hires enter their own personal information directly into the system, reducing administrative data entry and improving accuracy.

Expense Management

Allows employees to upload receipts via mobile or desktop for real-time approval and reconciliation.

Absence Management

Automates the request and approval process for holidays and sick leave with a shared company calendar.

Additional features

Task Management

Checklists for HR administrators to ensure consistency during onboarding and offboarding.

GDPR Compliance

Built-in tools to ensure data privacy and security meet European regulatory standards.

Benefits & Payments

Manage company-wide benefits and track additional payments like bonuses or commissions.

User Dashboard

A personal portal for employees to view their remaining holiday balances and request status.

Company Directory

A searchable list of all staff members with their business contact information.

Reporting

Generates instant reports on absences, expenses, and headcount trends for data-driven decisions.

Recruitment/ATS

Manage job vacancies and track applicants; successful candidates are converted to employees with one click.

Document Storage

Secure cloud storage for employment contracts and policies with digital signature support.

Employee Records

Centralized, GDPR-compliant digital filing cabinet for all personal employee data.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

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Countries served
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Interface languages
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Billing currencies

Available in

United Kingdom

Interface languages

English

Billing currencies

🇬🇧GBP

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