Accu aims to ‘reach new heights’ with HR support

A Huddersfield-based engineering supplier has partnered with a local people consultancy to support its continued growth.

Accu, a global provider of precision components, has appointed Cleckheaton-based Howarths to deliver fractional HR support across its organisation. 

The move comes as Accu completes a £1 million investment in its 45,000sq ft headquarters and has reported a 20 per cent rise in growth, 15 per cent increase in headcount and a 65 per cent surge in US revenue.

Bosses say Howarths’ appointment will help maintain legal compliance and drive a high-performance culture that will help Accu “reach new heights”. 

Richard Durr, operations director at Accu, said: “We’ve been really impressed with the consultative approach that Howarths has taken. 

“We’ve had some great success over recent years, supported by growth, and it was important we had a partner that would see beyond the obvious HR services we require.

“While compliance is important, so too is focusing on how we continue to develop a high-performance culture for TeamAccu that is fit for the future. 

“With Howarths we have a partner that will grow with us and help us to reach new heights. 

“We’re looking forward to it.”   

Meanwhile Howarths, which has added three new senior team members in recent months, says the deal reflects its growing regional presence.

Gavin Howarth, chief executive of Howarths, added: “At Howarths, we believe in working with businesses that have similar values and the same focus on growth, innovation and people as we do. 

“Accu are the perfect example.

“We are so pleased to be working with such a well-known, progressive, ambitious and growing business. 

“Having worked for the team previously, we are proud that they have chosen us to deliver a wider range of services that focus on compliance, performance and growth.

“It’s no coincidence that there is a fit when it comes to depth of expertise, experience and values between the two businesses. 

“It’s what makes this new contract so exciting.”

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