Management Training in Derby

We’re Derby’s top-rated management training provider!

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Darley Abbey Mills

We’ve been running our business in Derby since 2011, with our founders having been based in Derby for over 30 years. We’ve seen the amazing changes that the city has undergone since then, and are proud to be part of its future. Most of our clients are based in Derby and the surrounding East Midlands area, and many of them are only a stone’s throw away from us.

We’ve grown from a single-person business operating from home, to a multi-award winning company with offices and a whole team of HR consultants and employment law experts. Having started as an HR consultancy, we’ve since diversified to also cover management training, workplace wellbeing, and HR recruitment, so we can now help you with a whole package of people-related support.

Which means we can offer you the stability of an established company, the credibility of one with an outstanding local reputation, and the capability of one that’s grown beyond the one-person stage. You can be fully confident that we’re able to deliver what we promise, and can trust that we’ll reliably be there in the future when you need help.

We’re proud of what we’ve achieved so far, and in particular, the long-term relationships we’ve established within the local business community.

If you’re a Derby-based business looking for management training, the chances are you already know someone that we’ve worked with. So go on, just ask them what we’re like!

I thoroughly enjoyed attending and taking part
“Thank you I thoroughly enjoyed attending and taking part, good luck in the future you were made for the role ❤️”
Loates HR are outstanding in their knowledge support and care- highly recommended
“We’ve been really happy with the support we’ve had from Loates HR Services. They’re always quick to respond, give really good, practical advice and take the time to properly understand what’s needed. We’ve found them to be very professional and thorough, but without making things complicated or overly formal. You know that things are being handled properly, which gives you a lot of reassurance. They’re also just a lovely team to deal with — friendly, approachable and always happy to help. It’s that combination of great HR knowledge and being genuinely nice people that makes such a difference. We’d happily recommend Loates HR Services to any business looking for reliable, knowledgeable and personable HR support.”
Personal service with attention to detail
“I have been consistently impressed the service we have received from the team. They are incredibly supportive and thorough. They provided clear practical advice and follow up quickly to ensure support throughout the whole process. Their attention to detail is exceptional and they think through every aspect of the issue they are presented with, considering all potential risks to ensure all bases are covered. They are pragmatic and rigorous in their approach as they seek the best possible outcomes. Just as importantly , they are a genuinely friendly team, nothing feels like to much. They took time to understand my situation and the context rather than provide generic advice. I would recommend them to any organisation looking for a reliable, knowledgeable and professional HR support and training. A fantastic team with a genuinely personal approach.”

We’re a management training provider actually based in Derby

Darley Abbey Mills

So, we really are local. With a proper office. Not a ‘virtual office’. Not a distant call-centre in some far-away place. We’re not just a website, a collection of document templates, or an anonymous voice on the phone. We’re actual people who want to meet you face-to-face, so we can properly get to know you and your business.

Our office is conveniently located at the scenic and historically interesting World Heritage site of Darley Abbey Mills, not far from Derby city centre. So, we have a whole host of spectacular history, rivers, and green open spaces right on our doorstep.

Take a look for yourself with a virtual fly around!

That’s actually the mill complex that contains our offices in the picture, with the River Derwent running past. The site used to consist of multiple cotton mills powered by the river, with our main office previously housing a giant waterwheel!

Nice, huh?

We provide local management training for Derby businesses

We’re only a short distance from Derby city centre, and easily reachable from major road and rail routes. And our office is fully accessible, with disability-friendly private facilities, and reserved free parking immediately outside.

So, if you’re looking for management training in Derby you’re welcome to just pop in when you’re passing. Or we’re equally happy to come over to your place. Or even meet online. Whatever works best for you.

Upcoming management training in and around Derby

Bitesize : How to Have Difficult Conversations
From time to time all managers will face conversations which they anticipate will be difficult. Many of us find these conversations daunting and quite often we will delay taking action in the hopes that the issue will be resolved without our intervention. But this is rarely the case. It is far better to tackle problems at an early stage as this can help to nip problems in the bud. By adopting the right approach, preparing carefully and developing the right skills, you will be able maximise your ability to handle the conversation effectively.
📅 Wednesday 7th October 2026, 09:30⁠–⁠11:30
📍 Online Delivery
💷 £129
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) 2-Day
This fully accredited two-day course is intended for those who have been assigned particular responsibility for supporting mental health within their workplace.
📅 Wednesday 7th October 2026, 09:30⁠–⁠16:30
📅 Thursday 8th October 2026, 09:30⁠–⁠16:30
📍 Online Delivery
💷 £325
Bitesize : How to Manage Poor Performance
Knowing how to deal with poor performance is often a challenge for managers but tolerating poor performance can lead to having a negative effect on the whole team. Using our HR expertise this session focused on procedures and practices within employment legislation that support you as a manager when tackling underperforming team members.
📅 Wednesday 21st October 2026, 09:30⁠–⁠11:30
📍 Online Delivery
💷 £129

Need management training but not in Derby?

Sarah Loates

No problem!

As much as we love providing management training for local Derby businesses, we also help those across the East Midlands and beyond.

Indeed, we currently have clients based in Cardiff and London, and have previously worked as far afield as Cairo, Egypt!

In addition, our office has a dedicated high-speed fibre internet connection, together with high quality audio, video, and lighting gear, which means we’re also fully equipped for virtual meetings via Teams, Zoom, or the like, should that be more convenient or time-efficient for you.

So, we’re ready and waiting to help you with outsourced HR support, wherever you may be!

We can help you with management training in Derby!

Sarah Loates

Already know what you want? Great, let’s get to it!

Not sure exactly what you need? No problem!

Our friendly and down-to-earth management training experts will point you in the right direction. We’d love to have an informal chat to find out more about your business and so help you identify the areas most in need of attention.

We’re not after a quick sale, we’re all about building long-term relationships. In fact, we don’t even employ any sales people. Which means that right from the start you’ll be talking directly to someone who can actually help you.

We’re ready and waiting, so just get in touch!