HR Software for Growing Startups
Scale your team efficiently with HR software designed specifically for startups. From your first hire to 100+ employees, we've got you covered.
Scale Fast
Grow from 1 to 100+
Start Free
No upfront costs
Compliance Ready
Stay compliant as you grow
UK Support
Here to help
Built for Fast-Growing Startups
Stop using spreadsheets. Get an HR platform that scales with you from day one to IPO.
Scale Without Friction
Add new employees in seconds, automate onboarding, and manage teams across borders. Our platform grows as you grow.
- • Bulk employee import
- • Automated org charts
- • Multi-currency support
Startup-Friendly Pricing
We understand burn rate. That's why we offer flexible monthly billing and a free tier for early-stage startups.
- • Free HR software for 5 employees - Start with our free tier, no credit card required
- • HR system for 10 employees - Perfect for growing startups
- • No long-term contracts - Cancel anytime
- • Affordable HRIS for small business - Transparent pricing
Frequently Asked Questions About HR Software for Startups
Common questions about HR software for UK startups
Is there free HR software for 5 employees?
Yes! CitoHR offers a free tier for businesses with up to 5 employees. This includes all core HR features like employee management, leave tracking, and document storage. No credit card required to start.
What's the best HR system for 10 employees?
CitoHR is designed specifically for small teams. Our platform scales seamlessly from 1 to 100+ employees, making it perfect for startups with around 10 employees. Features include automated onboarding, leave management, payroll, and compliance tracking.
Is CitoHR an affordable HRIS for small business?
Absolutely. CitoHR offers transparent, affordable pricing with no hidden fees. We understand startup budgets, which is why we offer a free tier and flexible monthly billing with no long-term contracts. You only pay for what you need.
Why choose HR software for startups UK?
UK startups need HR software that understands local compliance requirements. CitoHR is built specifically for UK businesses with HMRC-compliant payroll, GDPR-secure data storage, and UK employment law compliance built-in. We also provide UK-based support.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes, there are no long-term contracts. You can cancel your subscription at any time. We believe in earning your business every month, not locking you into commitments.
Free while the team is still small
Up to five employees at no cost. Move to paid seats only when you hire past that.
Guides for UK employers
Practical reading on the topics UK teams search for when they are choosing HR software.
- Will HR be replaced by AI? What an assistant can take on in a small company, and the conversations that still need a person.
- AI HR assistant for UK SMEs How an assistant handles policy questions, holiday balances, and repetitive admin.
- HR policy management Store policies, collect acknowledgements, and keep a record you can show in an audit.
- GDPR-compliant HR software What to expect from a system that holds employee data for a UK employer.
- Automate employee onboarding Right-to-work checks, contracts, and day-one access, in an order a small team can follow.
- UK HR compliance checklist A free checklist for holiday pay, sickness records, and right-to-work documents.
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- CitoHR vs BreatheHR Pricing, AI, holiday, sickness, and policy tools compared side by side.
- UK HR software Holiday, sickness, and employee records built for UK SMEs.
- UK salary calculator Take-home pay for the 2026/27 tax year, after PAYE and National Insurance.