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.
Recommended Reading in Human Resources Management
Latest Human Resources Management articles
1st December 2016 How to manage annual leave and sickness overlap
It is inevtiatvle that at times your employees will be on leave and fall ill. We share our tips on How to manage annual leave and sickness overlap
1st December 2016 £49,000 pay-out for former teacher pressured to resign
Handling potential resignations can be tricky. Read tips based on a real case of a £49,000 pay-out for former teacher pressured to resign
21st November 2016 How to keep contact with a sick or absent employee
When employees are absent, there is a requirement to stay in touch. What if you are struggling to contact an employee who is off sick?
21st November 2016 Flexible Working – any right of appeal?
Employees with 26 weeks’ continuous service have the right to request flexible working. Read our blog Flexible Working – any right of appeal?
21st November 2016 Can I refuse last minute holiday requests?
Last minute holidays have become increasingly popular. But an employee can’t book one and then expect you to fall in with their eleventh hour plans.
18th November 2016 The staff Christmas Party – Don’t be a Grinch
The Staff Christmas Party - We are approaching the time of staff socials. Here are a few free tips on managing the preparation, the event & the aftermath.
14th November 2016 Webinar “How do I employ my first person” – 30th November 2016
Charlotte Bate is guest speaker for the New Anglia Growth Hub's webinar on "How do I employ my first person?". Register your place here.
11th November 2016 What you need to know about Travel Time
After the recent ECJ ruling, we have put this blog together on What you need to know about Travel Time and how it could affect your business
3rd November 2016 Holiday pay must include commission, confirms Court of Appeal
We have been following the Lock V British Gas case and here we share the latest outcome that Holiday pay must include commission, confirms Court of Appeal
2nd November 2016 The impact of avoiding sick pay obligations
An employee has been awarded £75,000 for being denied sick pay. We share the tribunal outcomes and lessons here. Protect your business.
21st October 2016 Fixed Term Contracts – what you need to know
MAD-HR share key information and HR expertise on Fixed Term Contracts – what you need to know about managing them legally.
4th October 2016 When to suspend employees during a disciplinary
Suspending someone can have serious consequences for the employee, here we look at When to suspend employees during a disciplinary.
3rd October 2016 7 Easy Steps to creating a ‘Work at Home’ Policy
There can be may benefits to enabling your employee to work from home. Here are our 7 Easy Steps to creating a 'Work at Home' Policy
28th September 2016 Is your employee refusing to work their Notice Period?
MAD-HR share valuable HR advice to help managers manage employees refusing to work their Notice Period and steps to be taken.
28th September 2016 How to calculate working time
What is included in work time? Working time is defined as any period during which a worker is working, so how do you calculate working time?
9th September 2016 How much could focusing on childcare cost you at interview?
Recruitment process: Tribunal saw an interviewer fined £2K for discrimination for asking childcare-related questions during an interview.
6th September 2016 How to manage a potential employees poor sickness history
This case law looks at how to manage a potential employees poor sickness history and what decisions you should make when employing people
3rd September 2016 How the dismissal of baker for not washing hands was fair
Although it sounds extreme, a tribunal has upheld this case and explains How the dismissal of baker for not washing hands was fair
2nd September 2016 Disciplinary Outcome Letters – 6 things you must include
So the hearing is over and you need to tie it up appropriately. Read our 6 points to include in Disciplinary outcome letters.
26th August 2016 5 Top Tips on avoiding constructive dismissal claims
When an employee feels like they have no alternative than to leave you need our 5 Top Tips on avoiding constructive dismissal claims
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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