The next episode of the All in a Day’s Work series looks at managing employee performance. Employment Lawyers Alex Harper and Nicola O’Dwyer are considering what employers and employees can do when job performance isn’t where it should be. We offer practical tips for performance management, whilst also examining the legal risks of doing so.
All in a Day’s Work: Managing Performance
Alex Harper
Senior Solicitor, Employment
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