We appreciate that for many businesses who don’t have their own HR Manager it can be a minefield keeping up to date with all the legislation. Never mind the new stuff, keeping all the basics in place can be hard enough! Whilst compliance is one element, how managers work with their staff is another key element. Many problems can be linked to people and how they behave.

Unfortunately we still come across many Managers who think they know about employment law and effective people management when in fact they don’t. These managers are taking decisions that are wrong and they are placing their business at risk without realising it.

To ensure they protect themselves, and to increase the effectiveness and productivity of their business, the business owners should regularly review their manager’s skill sets and what expert advice and assistance would help. Instructing an outsourced HR company can help make sure you are compliant with employment law and also look to promote good workplace relationships by providing advice, training and practical help. After all, a well-run workplace is better for the staff, the managers and the business.

Whether linked to compliance, or people issues that have arisen, it is always better for managers to have an HR expert on hand to call for guidance and information before costly and damaging mistakes are made.

If you would like to discuss any aspect of this HR article in more detail, please contact our HR consultants at info@connectivebusiness.co.uk