Employment Contracts and Policies
Strengthen your business with robust employment contracts and tailored policies that keep you aligned with the latest legal requirements.
A starting point for all employers is to ensure that they have up to date contracts for their workforce as well as having all the necessary policies and procedures in place.
We can ensure all of your contracts and policies reflect the latest developments in statute and case law. In particular, we can ensure that all documentation provides your business with adequate protection, particularly when an employee leaves your employment.
Further, where you are looking to engage with an external individual or another business, as a consultant, we can provide advice on employment status and advise on the appropriate contractual documentation.
Policies and procedures can help the smooth functioning of your business. Our employment lawyers create and update policies and handbooks that support effective people management and provide clarity for your workforce. Our employment solicitors tailor policies to your organisation’s culture and operational requirements, ensuring they are practical, legally compliant and easy for managers to apply. We cover all core areas, including disciplinary and grievance procedures, absence management, equal opportunities, harassment and performance management. For ongoing compliance, we offer a handbook updating service, which includes an initial audit of your existing handbook and regular updates to keep it aligned with legal changes and best practice.
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Find answers to your most pressing questions about our services and processes.
Why should a Company provide their employees with employment contracts?
It is both beneficial and advisable for employers to have contracts of employment. A carefully drafted contract plays a key role in managing employees effectively as well as ensuring that your organisation is safeguarded. A tailored contract of employment will provide clarity to both parties as to their obligations and expectations. A contract of employment can also be used to introduce post termination restrictions to ensure that an employer is adequately protected when the relationship ends.
What are employers legally required to provide?
As a bare minimum employers should provide all employees and workers with a written statement of employment particulars. The Employment Rights Act sets out the defined list of information that must be provided to the employee as a minimum. This must be provided to the employee on the first day of their employment.
What is a handbook and why should an employer have one?
A handbook is a comprehensive set of policies and guidelines applicable to those working for a company. A handbook provides an employer the opportunity to set out in detail exactly what is expected of staff in given situations and provides clarity as to what is expected.
What is a consultancy agreement?
A consultancy agreement is used to govern the relationship between a company and a third-party consultant to carry out services. The consultant could be a self-employed individual or a personal service company.