Advice for employers

The bedrock of employment law is the employment contract itself. The importance of a well drafted contract should not be underestimated. Our team can assist with all types of contract, no matter how senior or junior the employee, or how complex the employment terms that have been negotiated might be.

Employment Manuals and Procedures

As important as a well drafted contract might be, it is also vital to minimising risk for businesses to ensure they have the most up to date policies and procedures in place.

Maternity and Paternity Rights

Employment rules on maternity and paternity rights have become more relaxed in recent years. The trend towards more flexible working practices seems likely to continue. We can advise on all aspects of flexible working rights and maternity and paternity rights.

Disciplinary and Grievance

The Employment team deliver positive solutions in all grievance and disciplinary matters but can also mitigate risks by reviewing existing policies and preparing new ones.

Health and Safety at Work

Avoidance of personal injury claims can be a management nightmare for employers. The raft of Health and Safety legislation is often difficult to navigate. Our links to Health and Safety professionals enable us to deliver positive solutions to businesses which dovetails our own HR advice service.

Redundancies and re-organisation

The commercial world can change quickly and often businesses need to react quickly too. Re-organising the workforce can become a necessity in order to maintain profitability. Our lawyers can advise on:

• Redundancies
• Retirement
• Short Time working
• Altering terms and conditions of employment
• Consultation procedures
• Implementing change efficiently and effectively

Negotiated Terminations and Compromise Agreements

Negotiating the termination of any employee is rarely straightforward. Our team offer practical advice and support on the legal and financial terms that should be agreed – whether acting for employer or employee.

Other employment issues

We also offer practical advice on:

• Data Protection
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Minimum wage
• Restrictive covenants
• Trade unions
• Transfer regulations upon company sales and acquisitions (TUPE)
• Whistle blowing
• Wrongful dismissal and breach of contract

Joined up thinking…

In addition to the more traditional employment services we also offer access to more bespoke services including:

• HR Support
• Occupational Health
• Health and Safety (assessment, training and advice)
• Strategic business growth advice and planning

Our “All Inclusive” Employment service is aimed at employers who are looking for a comprehensive support service. The “All Inclusive” Employment service removes the worry and burden of regulatory compliance and personnel issues.

You subscribe to the service and receive 24/7 advice and assistance from our employment team. The service is competitively priced and entitles you to take out highly competitive insurance cover to protect you against legal costs incurred in any employment tribunal claims.

Our “All Inclusive” Employment service therefore offers total peace of mind.

Aren’t we just what you’re looking for?

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