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People Management

From new hire to long-time legend, manage your people in one smart system – with less admin, more impact, and compliance built in.

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From hiring to anniversaries – here’s how People Management gets your people admin to run itself

Managing people shouldn’t mean juggling sticky notes, spreadsheets, and legal grey areas. Whether you’re the office manager, the business owner, or the person everyone comes to with HR questions, our Smartly HR platform is built for people who wear many hats.

With Smartly People Management, you get everything your team needs to stay on top of HR – and nothing you don’t. From onboarding new employees to managing their information, it’s all in the same place you run your payroll.

  • You’re hiring someone new
    ...and thinking “Where’s that contract template again?" With Smartly People Management, send a pre-built digital offer, track candidates and new hires, and collect signed contracts in one place. Learn more
  • They’re starting this week
    "Have they sent their ID? Who’s doing their Health & Safety induction?” With People Management, assign automatic onboarding tasks so nothing’s missed – from licenses to welcome packs. Learn more
  • You need to find a staff document - fast
    "Did we email it? Slack it? Save it somewhere?" With Smartly People Management: Every document lives in one central place – so you’re never hunting through inboxes again. Learn more
  • You're unsure when key documents expire
    “Did someone check their visa expiry?” With Smartly People Management, set automatic alerts for visa checks, health & safety certifications, and more. No more last minute admin scrambles needed. Learn more
  • Someone comes to you with a curly HR question
    “Can we change the contract? What if they’re off sick again?” With Smartly People Management, call our HR helpline. Get 15 minutes of expert advice from Copeland Ashcroft, every time. Learn more
  • Time flies – it’s their work anniversary!
    “Oh no – did we forget again?” With Smartly People Management, get automatic nudges to celebrate milestones like birthdays and work anniversaries. Learn more

That’s what happens when payroll and HR work together. 
One platform. One source of truth. Zero compliance headaches.

Smartly supports..
Tradies with growing teams
Retail owners juggling rosters
Hospitality managers managing seasonal turnover
Construction crews on the ground
Accountants supporting clients
Franchise owners managing multiple sites
Rural businesses keeping it all moving
...and more!

What does stress-free people management actually look like?

Take a peek inside a day in the life of a Kiwi business using Smartly's HR platform.

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Everything you need in an HR and Payroll solution

You didn’t start a business to spend hours buried in paperwork or panic-Googling employment laws at 10pm. Smartly HR gives you one smart system with everything Kiwi SMEs need – and nothing they don’t.

Fully integrated with Smartly Payroll, Smartly People Management is your single source of truth across people and pay. Send contracts, assign tasks, store records, and stay compliant – without the paperwork, guesswork, or late-night stress.

FAQs

What exactly does this HR feature include?

It covers employee records, hiring and onboarding, leave approvals, document management, compliance tracking, and more. You can even set reminders so your certificates and licenses never expire.

How does this HR feature actually help me or my business?

The Smartly People Management product streamlines HR admin, reduces double-handling, reminds you when certificates and licenses need renewing and everything is linked to your payroll, which means fewer errors and less hassle.

Who is this HR feature best suited for?

Smartly HR is ideal for small to medium businesses where one or two people wear multiple hats — especially those handling both payroll and HR.

Does this work with my current Payroll setup?

Yes! Smartly People Management is built to work seamlessly with our Payroll system, so no double entry or disconnected systems.

How much does it cost?

Pricing depends on your number of employees – it is a simple price per employee per month model and unlike some of our competitors we don’t lock you into a contract — we can talk you through the options when we set you up with a demo.

I don't currently use Smartly – how do I sign up for People Management?

Because People Management software solution is an add-on to our Payroll product, you'll need to sign up for one of our Payroll plans first. Get started now by completing our online sign-up form, and someone from our team will be in touch.

What if I’m not an HR expert?

No problem! Smartly People Management is designed for real people, not HR pros. Plus, your team gets 15 minutes of free advice from employment law experts Copeland Ashcroft every time you call.

Can I use the HR helpline for tricky situations?

Yes – your People Management subscription includes access to Copeland Ashcroft’s legal team. They’ll give you 15 minutes of tailored advice per call, plus guidance on next steps for complex issues.

Keen to hear more?

Whether you want to find out more about our features, or how our People Management product can help your business – our team of experts are here to help.

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