Strategic HR & Compliance Support for Growing SMEs
Anchored People Consulting is a strategic HR & Compliance Partner for growing SMEs that are not yet ready to appoint a full-time HR department.
We work alongside business owners and leadership teams to implement structured, compliant, and scalable people systems — ensuring your workforce supports your growth, not slows it down.
From payroll administration and employment contracts to disciplinary processes and labour law compliance, we provide practical, reliable HR infrastructure tailored to your business.
Our Approach
Growing businesses often reach a point where HR becomes too complex to manage internally — but not yet large enough to justify a full-time HR hire.
That's where we come in. We provide the expertise, structure, and compliance oversight your business needs — without the overhead of an internal department.
You gain:
- Reduced labour risk
- Improved workforce structure
- Compliance peace of mind
- Professional HR systems that scale with your business
Ready to anchor your business?
Schedule a complimentary consultation and find out exactly how we can support your growth.
Why Anchored People Consulting Exists
Many growing businesses don't realise they need structured HR until something goes wrong — a compliance issue, a difficult employee situation, or payroll complications.
Anchored People Consulting was created to prevent those moments.
The goal is simple: to help business owners feel confident that their people processes are structured, compliant, and professionally managed — without the pressure of hiring internally too soon.
Meet the Team
The people behind the practice.
Wanitah Pietersen
Anchored People Consulting was founded by Wanitah Pietersen, an HR and Business professional with over six years of hands-on experience supporting organisations across different industries.
With a background in Business Management and Industrial Psychology, Wanitah understands that successful organisations require more than good intentions — they require structure, clarity, and compliance.
Her approach is steady, practical, and relationship-driven. HR should not feel overwhelming — it should feel structured, protective, and aligned to your growth goals.
Joshua Pretorius
Joshua Pretorius is co-founder of Anchored People Consulting, bringing over seven years of specialist immigration experience and more than five years in Employer of Record (EOR) services.
Joshua manages client accounts with a focus on precision and long-term relationships. His deep knowledge of immigration law and EOR frameworks means clients receive practical, compliant solutions — whether placing employees across borders or onboarding international talent.
His role bridges the gap between people strategy and international compliance, ensuring growth is never slowed down by administrative complexity.
Our Services
We provide structured HR and compliance solutions designed specifically for growing SMEs — giving you the infrastructure of a full HR department, without the overhead.
Built around five core pillars.
🗂️ HR Infrastructure & Business Setup
Building compliant foundations for sustainable growth. As businesses grow, informal processes become risky. We help you move from reactive to structured.
- Employment contract drafting and review
- HR policy and procedure development
- Job description creation
- Onboarding system setup
🔍 Recruitment Support Package
Practical recruitment support for growing teams. This package supports your hiring process while keeping it structured and efficient.
- Job description creation or refinement
- Advertising and candidate screening
- Interview scheduling and coordination
- Offer letter drafting
🔄 Payroll & Ongoing HR Management
Your external HR department — without the overhead. Ongoing support to ensure your people processes stay structured, compliant, and professionally managed.
- Payroll administration
- Leave management
- Monthly HR reporting
- Employee records management
📚 Labour & Compliance Advisory
Guidance through complex employee matters with clarity and confidence. When employee issues arise, the right process matters.
- Disciplinary hearing facilitation
- Performance management guidance
- Labour law compliance audits
- Grievance process support
🌍 Employer of Record (EOR)
Employ across borders — without opening a legal entity. An EOR acts as the legal employer of your staff in a foreign country, handling all compliance, payroll, tax, and employment obligations on your behalf.
- Compliant employment contracts in-country
- Local payroll, tax & statutory contributions
- Work permit and immigration coordination
- HR policy alignment across jurisdictions
- Employee onboarding and offboarding support
Let's Anchor Your Business
If your business is growing and HR is becoming increasingly complex, it may be time to implement structured, professional support.
Anchored People Consulting partners with SMEs ready to move from reactive HR management to proactive people infrastructure.
Contact us to schedule a consultation and receive a tailored proposal aligned to your business needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
We offer five core services: HR Infrastructure & Business Setup, Recruitment Support, Payroll & Ongoing HR Management, Labour & Compliance Advisory, and Employer of Record (EOR) services.
Everything is tailored to the size and stage of your business — whether you're just getting structured or scaling across borders.
Getting started is simple. Fill in the enquiry form on the Services page, or drop us a message — we'll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.
We begin every engagement with a complimentary consultation to understand your business and recommend the right approach.
We don't offer generic HR solutions. We partner with business owners to implement practical systems that align with how their business actually operates.
As a boutique consultancy, every client works directly with our founders — ensuring consistency, accountability, and personalised attention with no handovers or diluted communication.
An EOR is a third-party organisation that legally employs workers on behalf of another company. This allows businesses to hire talent in countries where they have no legal entity, without navigating complex local employment law alone.
Anchored People Consulting manages the full EOR process — from contracts and payroll to immigration and compliance — led by co-founder Joshua Pretorius, who has over five years of EOR experience.
Yes. Joshua Pretorius leads our immigration and EOR practice with over seven years of specialist experience. We assist with work permit applications, visa coordination, and ensuring your international placements remain fully compliant at all times.
Yes. Through our EOR and immigration services, we support clients placing employees across multiple jurisdictions. Contact us to discuss your specific geography and requirements.
Still have questions? We'd love to hear from you.