HR for HR | Looking out for the wellbeing of your people professionals

HR professionals play a pivotal role in ensuring the wellbeing of employees within an organisation, particularly with 91% of UK adults experiencing high levels of stress in the past year, according to Mental Health UK. 

However, recent research from HR highlights a significant concern: nearly a quarter (22%) of employees believe that HR professionals often neglect their own wellbeing due to their focus on others. 

Addressing this issue is crucial, as the wellbeing of HR professionals directly impacts their ability to support the workforce effectively. 

In this feature, Jeanette Wheeler, CHRO at HR, payroll, and finance software specialist MHR explores how companies can support HR professionals, the main causes of stress and burnout for HR professionals, and strategies for balancing the needs of employees with their own wellbeing…