A Guide to the Temporary Contract for Employers
A temporary contract is a type of employment agreement that lasts for a specific duration or until a particular task is completed. Unlike permanent contracts, which offer ongoing employment, temporary contracts are set with a clear end date or condition that marks the completion of the employment relationship. Temporary contracts are commonly used to address short-term needs […]
Nurturing Diversity in Non-Diverse Locations
Nurturing diversity within the workforce is not just a moral imperative, it also makes economic sense: it allows companies to tap into new talent pools and provide a significant advantage in the global talent war. While companies are making progress on the road to diversity, they face problems when relocating employees to destinations where specific […]
Salary Benchmarking: Guide for Employers
Unless you have worked in HR or recruitment, you may not have heard about salary benchmarking, yet this is an important tactic that can be used by employers to benefit their business, not least when it comes to boosting recruitment and retention rates. The following guide for employers looks at what salary benchmarking is and […]
Understanding the UK Economy: Investment Insights
The UK economy is one of the largest and most dynamic in the world, characterised by a diverse range of sectors, including finance, technology, manufacturing, and services. Following significant events such as Brexit and the global pandemic, the UK economy has shown resilience while also evolving in response to new challenges and opportunities. For those […]
Associative Discrimination Guide for Employers
It is unlawful to treat someone unfairly in the workplace because they possess a protected characteristic, such as age, disability, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race or religion, including if they associate with someone who possesses a particular characteristic. The following practical guide for employers on associative discrimination looks at what this is and when protection […]
How Many Hours is Full Time?
Determining how many hours is full time can be important for both employees and employers to help determine their respective rights and responsibilities at work. The following guide looks at how to establish how many hours is full time when compared with part time workers, and how this impacts workers’ rights and entitlements. How […]