Are you a fledgling business now starting to think seriously about taking on your first employee? This webinar will help you navigate the legal minefield of employment law.
What will we cover?
– Recruiting your first employee: Employment status, what type of contract to engage people on, self-employed, worker or employee?
– What should be in a contract of employment by law?
– Key HR policies that will protect your business.
Outcomes:
By the end of this 2-hour online workshop, participants will have gained a clear understanding of the essential HR and legal considerations involved in hiring their first employee. Specifically, attendees will be able to:
– Identify appropriate employment status for new hires, distinguishing between self-employed individuals, workers, and employees.
– Understand the legal requirements for employment contracts, including the mandatory elements that must be included by law.
– Recognise and implement key HR policies that safeguard the business and ensure compliance with employment legislation.
This practical session equips business founders with the foundational HR knowledge needed to confidently expand their team.
This is a highly interactive webinar, so expect lots of discussion and sharing of best practices, including templates and resources to get you started recruiting your first employee.
Sarah Loates is a Chartered HR Professional with over 20 years of experience in the field. She has provided HR advice, support and leadership to a wide range of sectors and business types, from private and family-owned businesses to significant multinationals including E.ON. Sarah has a breadth of knowledge, and her areas of expertise include employee relations, employment law and talent management.
For enquires, e-mail us on bgevents@bizgateway.org.uk
There will also be the opportunity to ask questions during the event.
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