HR

Onboarding is an important step in the HR process of recruitment, it’s finding the right fit for the role, and workplace and a poor onboarding experience can lead to high...

Workplace emergencies can strike without warning, whether it’s a fire, cyberattack, a violent incident, or a major operational failure. When that happens, HR has a role in ensuring business continuity, safeguarding employees, and driving a calm, coordinated response.

Many businesses struggle with employee skills gaps that impact productivity, efficiency, and growth. Addressing these gaps requires a structured approach that not only identifies the deficiencies, but also implements targeted development plans to upskill employees.

Employee retention is a significant challenge for businesses today, with high turnover rates leading to increased recruitment costs and disruptions in productivity. One of the most effective ways to retain…

The Difference Between a DBS Check and an Employee Background Check When it comes to hiring employees, conducting background checks is a fundamental part of ensuring that you’re making the…

National Employee Appreciation Day is an annual event dedicated to recognising and rewarding employees for their hard work and dedication. Observed on the first Friday of March, it serves as…

Costly HR Admin Mistakes to Avoid Human Resources is one of the most critical departments within any organisation, yet it’s often overlooked in terms of operational efficiency and cost management….

Reduce Employment Tribunal Costs With HR Software Employment Tribunals are a significant concern for business owners. With the increasing number of claims being brought against employers, it has become more…

Integrating payroll and human resources systems helps streamline business processes and reduce inefficiencies. By connecting payroll and HR systems, companies can eliminate manual data entry, reduce errors, and improve compliance….

Employee retention is something that can often be overlooked for businesses especially when aiming to maintain productivity and reduce company costs. High turnover rates can result in significant expenses related…

Understanding Unlawful Victimisation Unlawful victimisation occurs when an employee is treated unfairly because they have performed a “protected act.” In the UK, a protected act includes making a complaint about…

Employee onboarding is more than just a new hire’s first day—it’s the foundation for their future success and satisfaction in the role. Done well, onboarding improves engagement, productivity, and retention….

An HR Perspective on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion As workplaces become more diverse and inclusive, dress codes are evolving beyond their traditional function of ensuring professionalism. From an HR standpoint,…

Disciplinary action in the workplace is a critical tool for maintaining standards, promoting a positive working environment, and addressing unacceptable behaviour. In the UK, employers must follow a fair and…

Is your company so large that you can’t keep up with the ‘birthday tax’ of your employees? Celebrating employee birthdays is a great way to boost morale, foster team spirit,…

What is Unlawful Discrimination? Unlawful discrimination occurs when an individual or group is treated unfairly due to personal characteristics such as age, gender, race, religion, or disability. Discrimination laws in…

Roles and Expectations for New Employees Starting a new job can be both exciting and overwhelming. For employers, setting clear roles and expectations for new employees is a must ensuring…

With sexual harassment in the workplace still being one of the most raised claims with employment tribunals, there is a change from October 2024 that will mean employers will have…

Celebrating international friendship day in the office International Friendship Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the bonds that make our workplaces more enjoyable and productive. Fostering strong coworker friendships…

Understanding and measuring employee success is pivotal for both the wellbeing of your workforce and the growth of your company. Employee success is not just about meeting targets but also…

A staffing plan, also known as a staffing model, is an essential process for HR professionals. It provides a strategic roadmap to align an organisation’s talent requirements with its business…

In today’s business environment, fostering a healthy, engaged, and productive workforce is key. One effective way to achieve this is through implementing a wellness program. Whether you are a start…

How modern software has changed HR Technology is always changing and adapting for the better along with advances in data analytics and artificial intelligence. This has driven significant changes in…

No matter the size of a company, there will always be employees joining and leaving making it important that all businesses and their staff regardless of their job role understand what the employee lifecycle is.

Storing payroll records is crucial for ensuring compliance with legal requirements, including tax and HMRC regulations.

Choosing the right HR software can significantly influence the performance and efficiency of your company. HR software not only automates tasks but can also help drive business growth, enhance employee…

Employee benefits play an essential role in staff satisfaction and attraction, due to them improving both their personal and professional lives. Benefits could include:       Extended medical insurance…

No matter the type or size of a business, everyone can benefit from effective HR processes and software. Human Resources is a business-critical function that shouldn’t be overlooked. It isn’t…

Creating an excellent company culture will improve employee engagement, motivation and productivity while helping staff make meaningful personal and professional relationships. So if you’re looking to improve your company culture,…

Completing your HR and payroll on separate software can be highly time-consuming, confusing and lead to data being entered multiple times. As industries become more digitally led, it makes sense to…

Exit interviews are a great way to understand why a staff member is leaving and if there is anything the company can do to prevent or slow the rate of…

When you start employing people it’s critical that you understand essential payroll codes and how you work them out to ensure employees’ payslips are correct. One of the most important…

Hybrid working has become a normalised part of working life, after businesses had to quickly adapt their processes to suit remote working during the pandemic. As a result, people now…

More and more companies are coming under scrutiny when it comes to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). No longer thought of as a ‘nice to have’, people are now holding…

Payroll and HR are both essential parts of making a business successful, however they’re often overlooked when it comes to making improvements such as restructuring operations. Due to improvements not…

HR and payroll are both two crucial factors in keeping your company running smoothly and building a positive relationship with employees. Due to this, it’s important to get your foundations…

With the cost of living crisis impacting employees and the economic issues facing organisations, such as labour strikes, talent shortages and supply chain issues, it can be hard to keep…

The UK’s Cost of Living Crisis is hard to ignore, and as interest rates and energy prices continue to soar, people are concerned about how they’re going to make ends…

Digital transformation has rapidly changed the workplace. From COVID-19 seeing approximately 5.6 million people working from home in 2020, to technology and software becoming ubiquitous to everyday life, almost all areas…

Payroll teams are trained to spot inconsistencies or problems in the payroll process and correct issues right away. But payroll compliance can be a different story – it’s not always…

If you own or manage a business, then it’s important to ensure your employees are getting rest breaks during their working day. In this blog, you’ll find out whether your…

While payroll and HR teams are busy managing company operations, it can be challenging to stop and take time to audit processes and look for improvements. Sometimes the largest functions…

Human Resources compliance is becoming more difficult each year. With new employment regulations, data protection laws and requirements, managing employee data is as important today as protecting customer data. Beginning…

If you’re a business owner and you have employees, you’ve probably thought about holiday entitlement and how it’s calculated. In theory, working out holiday entitlement should be straightforward, but with…