Exclusive event: BrightHR SME Summit

About the SME Summit

Business owner in the North West? Tangled up in HR red tape? Join our exclusive in-person event to find out what you need to know about HR law, payroll, health & safety and employee wellbeing in 2026, and beyond.

BrightHR is offering you an chance to gain valuable 'red tape' insights from HR experts like Ellis Daniel and Gemma O’Connor.

A free knowledge and networking event, that lets you choose from a morning (9am start) or afternoon (2pm start) slot.

The summit closes with a networking drinks event.

Venue:

BrightHR HQ, The Peninsula Building, Manchester M4 4FB

Agenda:

• Registration
• Opening remarks
• Navigating employment law changes, Gemma O'Connor breaks down the latest compliance and legal risks for SMEs.
• BrightHR Experts drop-in clinic
• Refreshments provided
• Networking breaks

Seminar sessions

Speakers and HR experts, throughout the day will help you get to know the ins and outs of new government legislation, gear you up to avoid costly tribunals, and can provide confidential, bespoke HR reviews.

• Health and safety concerns
• Document reviews and payroll queries
• Contract and compliance document reviews
• Cut the cost of HR 'red tape' for your business
• Understand the latest compliance and legal risk