Business transfers rarely happen in ideal conditions. Whether you are acquiring a business, taking on a service contract, or restructuring following a transfer, managing people risk is often one of the most complex and sensitive parts of the process.
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Considering employing staff who live abroad? We review the the legal and practical steps employers should be considering.
During the recent session from our ‘General Counsel Know How’ series, head of employment Nicky Cranfield led an interesting discussion on managing performance in the workplace.
During the recent session from our ‘General Counsel Know How’ series, head of employment Nicky Cranfield led an interesting discussion on managing performance in the workplace.
In this episode, we explore the key legal obligations founders and scaling businesses take on the moment they hire their first employee, covering contracts, policies and best practice for onboarding, and how getting the fundamentals right from day one helps businesses avoid costly disputes further down the line.
In this episode, we explore the essential terms every employment contract should cover, why getting these right at the outset protects both employer and employee, and the practical pitfalls that scaling businesses commonly encounter when their contracts and policies fail to keep pace with growth.
During the recent session from our ‘General Counsel Know How’ series, senior employment lawyer Polly Jeanneret led an interesting discussion on the various ways in which businesses can hire individuals.
The exiting of founders and senior executives can be a significant challenge for start-ups and small businesses. It’s hard to get the process right and it’s difficult dealing with the emotive issues which are an inevitable part of a senior exit.
The key principle applicable to redundancy situations is that meaningful employee consultation takes place before any final decision is made by the employer to terminate employment.
We are delighted to Welcome Hannah Harding to the Ignition Team. Hannah is joining as a Senior Consultant working within the Employment Team. Hannah has a wealth of experience making her a fantastic addition to the highly skilled employment team.