Did you know that 76.7% of mothers and 91.8% of fathers in the UK are currently employed? Parents make up a huge chunk of our workforce and that’s why, as a business owner, you need to understand the legal requirements of employing parents. Key considerations for employing parents: Maternity leave and pay Pregnant employees can… read more
Employee turnover is expensive… Losing a key team member doesn’t just mean recruitment costs – it disrupts your business and inevitably slows down growth. So, is there a way for you to predict who will quit before they do? Allowing you to take preventative action to stop your best employees from walking out the door…… read more
For us HR consultants, keeping job descriptions up-to-date is a really important aspect of ‘organisational design’. Organisational design is the plan we create to ensure that you have the right resources in place to achieve your business goals. Up-to-date job descriptions can also help you in these areas too: Hiring and recruitment Up-to-date job descriptions… read more
Long-term sickness can be challenging for the employee affected and take its toll on your entire team and business operations. As a business owner, it is vital to handle these cases with empathy, sensitivity and a practical approach that ensures compliance with employment laws. So, how can you navigate this while balancing care for your… read more
How to manage gross misconduct… Dealing with gross misconduct in the workplace is one of the most challenging scenarios for any employer. It’s a serious matter that can lead to immediate termination, but it’s critical to approach it cautiously to ensure compliance with employment laws and avoid unnecessary disputes. If you suspect an employee of… read more
HR policies are as crucial to your business as the laws of the land. They provide your organisation with written guidance on how employees should behave and your expectations. You can rely on them if you have an issue with an employee, and they can support you in an employment tribunal. For that reason, it’s… read more
Conflict is a natural part of day-to-day life and is inevitable. But a lot of people hate any sort of confrontation and are really bad at managing it. The thought of addressing something or confronting someone really stresses people out. And, if you do pluck up the courage to address it, you probably handle it… read more
Workplace conflict is nothing new. We spend a huge chunk of our lives at work, rubbing shoulders with managers and colleagues who have different personal values, beliefs and work ethics to our own. Throw into the mix a lack of communication, a healthy competition for promotions and a sprinkle of stress and pressure – and… read more
Is your business guilty of “wellbeing washing”? There’s often a disconnect between what employees expect from wellbeing support and what employers provide. A monthly pizza party or last-minute webinar just won’t cut it and employees see right through superficial gestures. Let’s dive into the phenomenon of ‘wellbeing washing’ and how to avoid it while genuinely… read more
The aftermath of COVID-19 brought a wave of change and adaptation for businesses. As the UK labour market fluctuated, vacancies hit record highs in what became known as The Great Resignation – a period of high job turnover and employee job-hopping. Now, as we continue to move towards a new normal, the landscape shifts again…. read more
