Human Resources Management
Human Resources Management (HRM) is the name given to a set of skills and tasks used to manage the people who work in an organisation.
If you’re a business owner or leader, it’s important to understand the basics of HRM so that you can make informed decisions about your workforce.
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Latest Human Resources Management articles
12th September 2022 The Queen’s Funeral Bank Holiday – employers’ obligations and questions
The Queens funeral bank holiday has been officially announced. We look at the implications and obligations for employers.
8th September 2022 Statement on the passing of HM The Queen
MAD-HR wish to convey their deepest sympathy to the Royal Family, on the sad passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth.
23rd August 2022 Whistleblowing in the workplace
Interested in introducing a whistleblowing policy in your workplace? Here are some tips on what you might consider to include.
29th July 2022 Holiday entitlement and pay for ‘part year’ workers – Are you getting it right?
The Supreme Court ruling on the case of Harper Trust v Brazel is final, and here's how it will impact holiday entitlement and pay
21st July 2022 The Transformative Power of an HRIS
A Human Resource Information System (HRIS) is so much more than just a piece of database software. Here's what it can do for your SME.
29th June 2022 What is the best way to manage relationships at work?
If a romantic relationship forms between two of your employees, how should you deal with it? Here, we explore all aspects of relationships at work.
15th June 2022 Time’s up – when probation doesn’t work out
We look at how to deal with concerns during the probationary period, and what to do when an employee fails probation.
15th June 2022 What is a return to work interview?
Return to work interviews are meetings that allows managers to understand reasons for absences & assess the support required for employees
8th June 2022 Employing an apprentice: Pros and Cons
We look at the pros and cons of apprenticeships, funding available for apprenticeship programmes, what to be aware of, and more.
6th June 2022 How can your employee benefits offering help you in the current ‘war for talent’?
Ryan Oates, Corporate Services Director at SG Corporate Services, writes about employee benefits offerings for recruitment and retention.
1st June 2022 Why your applicants are ghosting you and how you can prevent it
We look at the growing trend of applicant ghosting, and what you can do to ensure that it doesn't happen to you.
25th May 2022 Right to work checks – what are the current UK regulations?
Advice on the current UK regulations for Right To Work Checks in 2022, including specific info for European Economic Area (EA) Citizens.
25th May 2022 HR Compliance and what it means for your business
What is HR compliance? And how do you carry out an HR audit? We cover all this and more in this useful article.
9th May 2022 How to onboard a new employee successfully
Onboarding can be a tricky process to get right, but once you do, it will be more rewarding for both you and your new employees.
19th April 2022 How to harness online recruitment opportunities
A candidate-driven market is forcing employers to reassess their recruitment methods. Find out how changing your recruitment strategy helps.
31st March 2022 Changes to Minimum wage, Statutory pay & Compensation limits 2022
Find out how statutory rates of pay and compensation limits and rules from April 2022 will affect your business.
22nd March 2022 The risks of discrimination in recruitment
Ensure you have a robust recruitment strategy to make certain you are protected from accusations of discrimination while recruiting.
10th January 2022 The extra bank holiday in the UK for 2022
The extra bank holiday in 2022 may not be until June, but as an employer you should start making decisions about staff holiday now.
26th November 2021 Top 10 benefits of a retained HR service
Wondering about the excellent benefits that a retained HR service can provide? We list 10 in this blog post.
13th October 2021 Tribunal rules that underperforming Sales Director was unfairly dismissed after submitting £60k expenses claim
After being offered a lucrative settlement package, the employee submitted a huge expenses claim worth almost £60,000.
Popular Human Resources Management articles
These are the articles relating to topic that are popular on the MAD-HR website.
- Probationary Period – What Happens If You Do Nothing
- How to manage time off work to provide Court evidence
- How to manage employee requests to record meetings
- Struggling to contact an employee who is off sick?
- Does poor performance justify redundancy?
This page of our site is our Human Resources Management hub. In this section, we share articles discussing the key aspects of HRM and explain why it’s essential for any business. We’ll also provide tips on how to get started if you’re just starting out.
The impact of Human Resources on businesses
Human resources has a significant impact on businesses of all sizes. By understanding the ever-changing landscape of employment law, human resources consultancy can provide guidance and support to companies to ensure they are compliant with current legislation. They can also advise on recruitment strategies, help with employee retention and offer training and development programmes to improve staff morale and motivation. In addition, human resources consultancy can provide expert guidance during periods of change, such as mergers and acquisitions or downsizing. By understanding the needs of both employees and employers, human resources consultancy can play a vital role in ensuring businesses operate smoothly and effectively.
From hiring and training new employees to ensuring that your current team is productive and happy, HR touches every aspect of your business. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or don’t know where to start when it comes to Human Resources Management, our team at MAD-HR can help. We have years of experience in all areas of human resources, from recruitment to retention, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Don’t let your business suffer because of poor HR – contact us today!
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