HR Essentials

This interactive and enjoyable course provides an introductory insight to the core elements of HR and employment law, looking at the HR lifecycle.

Understanding and being able to carry out HR responsibilities and duties is a challenge to most line managers.

The obligations are vast and ever changing, driven by the desire to lead employees effectively, the need to respond to changes in legislation properly and to manage core employee relation matters consistently.

With the recent abolition of tribunal fees, employment claims have risen significantly and an understanding of employment law and HR processes is essential for all businesses, whatever size and industry sector.

This interactive and enjoyable course provides an introductory insight to the core elements of HR and employment law, looking at the HR lifecycle.

It draws on real life scenarios, best practice, employment case law decisions and provides opportunity for delegates to share their experiences to stimulate learning.

It is ideal for owner managers, aspiring people managers, people who have limited experience in managing their HR responsibilities or are looking for a refresher as to their main HR management remit.

The course is presented by a specialist employment solicitor, small group activities and discussion.

The core elements covered include:

• Common HR pitfalls and danger points

• Overview of employment law

• Recruitment and inductions

• Contracts and policies

• Performance management including effective appraisals

• Employee reward and engagement

• Employee relations (including handling grievance, disciplinary and absence management issues)

• Round up of forthcoming employment legislation