HR is a process area that deals with the efficient use of human capital for lasting success and sustainability. The HR area is focused on effective recruitment, optimal placement and regular training, and is closely linked to operational controlling to achieve the set goals. At the same time, it strives for an optimal organizational structure. In a family business, this structure is very specific. It is due to the fact that family members may (and may not) participate in top management, are members of administrative bodies and their task is also the administration family property. In most cases, owners prefer to secure CEO positions with family members, which can be associated with nepotism or conflict. The aim of the research was to evaluate whether HR controlling is used in the practice of family businesses at family and business level. The results of the research showed that DPs established after 1989 (until 2010) have on average 5.99% points higher quality of HR management than companies established after 2010 thanks to the use of operational and strategic controlling tools on family and business level.