HR EXPERTISE WHEN YOU NEED A SECOND HEAD
Two Heads HR gives small and mid-sized businesses the people support they need - from policies to coaching, culture to strategy
We cut through the noise, fix problems fast, and make HR human again because let’s face it: two heads are better than one.
About
Two Heads HR is a human-first HR business founded by Vanessa Murphy, a seasoned HR and leadership professional with 25+ years of experience across industries, sectors, and global locations, Two Heads HR exists to take the stress, guesswork, and jargon out of managing people.
We partner with founders, CEOs, and business leaders to help you:
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Stay compliant with Australian employment law
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Build high-performing, values-driven teams
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Lead confidently through change and growth
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Solve tricky people problems without losing your cool
From policy and performance to leadership coaching and culture change, we bring practical, grounded expertise, delivered with integrity, humour, and zero ego.
Why the name?
We believe Two Heads are better than one and we’re here to be your second head:
A hands-on HR partner
A strategic thinking buddy
A sounding board when the people stuff gets hard
The Extra Head (Outsourced HR)
Your HR partner without the overhead.
Think of us as your outsourced HR team; ready when you are. Whether you need ongoing support managing people issues, writing policies, or just want someone to call before Googling “What do I do next?”, we’re here on a retainer model. Flexible, reliable, and tailored to your needs. Check out our packages page for more details
Heads Together
(HR Advisory)
A second head when you need to think it through.
This is your space to work on the people stuff, not just in it.
Whether you’re navigating leadership challenges, performance issues, team tension, or just need a strategic sounding board, we’re here to help you make confident, considered decisions.
It’s advice you can trust from someone who’s been there before -without the waffle, and without judgement.
Head First -
(HR Consultancy)
Build a people-first business that scales.
When you’re ready to step back and design the kind of workplace that grows with you and not against you we can go head first into the strategy.
From organisation design and workforce planning to leadership development and culture shaping, we help you build structure, clarity and momentum.
This is HR with heart and a plan.
Because better leaders build better businesses.
Sometimes, your managers don’t need an HR policy - they need a thinking partner. We offer confidential coaching for leaders at all levels, helping them navigate tough conversations, lead with empathy, and step into their full potential.
Click HERE for more information on coaching
The Way We Do It
Not every business needs a full-time HR team, but every business needs HR done right. That’s where we come in.
Two Heads HR offers flexible, outsourced HR support that grows with you. From ad-hoc advice and one-off projects to a fully retained service (up to two days a week), we tailor our support to suit your business and your budget.
Most of our clients choose a monthly retainer - giving them consistent access to experienced, no-fluff HR support without the overheads of hiring in-house.
Think of us as your second head: ready to tackle tricky situations, set up solid foundations, and keep your people and culture on track.