Probation Period: Employers’ Guide
A probation period is a set timeframe at the start of employment during which an employee’s performance, suitability and conduct are assessed. As an introductory phase it allows employers to determine whether the individual is a good fit for the role and the organisation. Probation periods are typically outlined in the employment contract and can […]
Redundancy Bumping Rules for Employers
Redundancy is a difficult process, requiring the employer to balance the needs of the business with handling the procedure lawfully and sensitively. Before embarking on a redundancy process, the employer is required to consider alternative options, which may include redundancy bumping. Redundancy bumping is when an employee at risk of redundancy is offered an alternative […]
Employee Walking Out Of A Job: Employers’ Guide
Does someone walking out of a job mean they have resigned? Walking out of a job occurs when an employee leaves their workplace abruptly without providing notice or following proper resignation procedures. These situations can create immediate challenges for employers, including disruptions to operations, unfinished work and potential morale issues within the team. Employers must […]
Shortlisting: Best Practices for Employers
Shortlisting is a crucial stage within the recruitment process, when employers identify the candidates from their applicant pool who best meet the essential and desirable criteria for the job opening in question. For employers, the shortlisting process should optimise both the effectiveness and efficiency of candidate selection for interview. There are, however, important legal considerations […]
Variation Clause: Guide for UK Employers
A variation clause in an employment contract allows an employer to make changes to the terms and conditions of employment without requiring further consent from the employee. These clauses are commonly included to provide flexibility, enabling employers to adapt to business needs, such as changes in working hours, job roles, or workplace policies. While variation […]
Mutuality of Obligation: Employers’ Guide
Under UK law, an individual’s employment status determines their workplace rights and entitlements, as well as the obligations of their employer. Understanding the rules around employment status can be important in establishing the respective rights and responsibilities of the employer and the individual presenting for work. There are a number of legal tests to help […]
Person Specification: Guide for Employers
Each stage of your recruitment process should be designed to help you find the ideal candidate for the role and your organisation. One of the first things an employer should do when recruiting is to write a person specification. A person specification is a document that outlines the essential and desirable attributes required for a […]
Being Made Redundant? Your Rights
Being made redundant can be a hugely stressful process. Understanding your employment rights in the context of a redundancy situation can help to ease some of your practical and financial concerns, from how much notice you should get and what you should be paid, to whether or not you’re being treated fairly by your employer […]
How to Write a Redundancy Letter
Employers have to act fairly and lawfully when making employees redundant. Communication with affected employees will be critical as you move through the redundancy process, to update employees, meet your legal obligations and avoid the risk of tribunal claims. A redundancy letter is a formal document issued by an employer to inform an employee that […]
Continuous Employment: Guide for UK Employers
Continuous employment refers to the length of time an employee has been employed by the same employer without a significant break in service. It’s an important concept in UK employment law as it determines eligibility for various statutory rights and benefits, such as redundancy pay, unfair dismissal protection and statutory maternity or paternity leave. For […]