Each April we see various amendments and changes to employment laws in the UK, but this year the changes are significant, with one key change being to flexible working rights for employees. Get help with flexible working requests From 6th April 2024 the right for an employee to make a request for flexible working will be a “day one” right, removing the current requirement for employment to have been for a minimum of 26 weeks (which it was previously). In addition, the flexible working measures will be supported by an updated ACAS code of practice, which makes a variety of changes to the way fl ..read more

White collar workers are working at the office. They are stay together and meeting. Employee and teamwork concept.[/caption]Ever since a small event called ‘Lock Down’ happened in 2020 across the world, almost all organisations that were once traditionally office-based, have been getting used to a new way of working. The term ‘hybrid working’ was once relatively unknown, but with over 40% of UK-based businesses reporting having a hybrid working model in 2024, with employees working part of the week at home and part of the week in the office, this is now covert much the new normal for many empl ..read more

At The HR Consultants, we’re here to help your business grow with the right workplace policies put in place. Understanding human resources (HR) policies is key for a business of any size. So, we’ve put together a must-have list to guide you through. Introduction to HR Policies Whether you’re just starting out or streamlining your current HR policies, these practices will serve as your checklist. Trust us to keep this page regularly refreshed, ensuring you stay informed and compliant with the latest in company policies and business strategies. If you’re part of a bigger business, read our all-i ..read more

There are so many areas of human resources that it may be difficult to know where to start when creating your employee handbook. Rest assured, The HR Consultants can help you to decide what to prioritise. You can also read our comprehensive guide on HR policies here. We delve into the varied types of human resource policies that shape the backbone of effective personnel management. Discover what these types of HR policies entail and how they create a template for your human resource management and success. Introduction to HR Policies and Procedures HR policies and procedures serve as the found ..read more

Nowadays it’s as crucial as ever to master key HR policies and procedures. This blog focuses on essential elements—employee handbooks, health and safety mandates, and employment laws—empowering you to craft an HR framework that underpins organisational excellence and employee welfare. As the world is evolving, so are HR policies. If you’d like to talk about how these changes might impact your business strategy, The HR Consultants are just a phone call away, and we’re always ready for a chat. What is a Human Resources (HR) policy? An HR policy acts as the blueprint for decision-making on workpl ..read more

You might be a member of a huge HR or human resources department or be in a small business building an HR team. Whatever the size of your company, The HR Consultants can help. Our guide will provide you with the essential steps to develop a robust and adaptive HR framework, one that will serve as the bedrock for your organisation’s sustained success in the 2024 workplace. What is an HR strategy? But what is an HR strategy? A Human Resources strategy is a comprehensive blueprint for employee management, carefully designed to align the workforce with the strategic aspirations of an organisation ..read more

The HR Consultants are proud to help create places where your people love to work, and we offer a wide choice of HR outsourcing services. HR outsourcing offers a range of flexible solutions for companies keen to streamline their operations and focus on core business activities. Let’s break down the various types of HR outsourcing, offering insights into how it could be the key to your performance management and unlocking your company’s full potential. What is Human Resources (HR) Outsourcing? Human Resources (HR) outsourcing is a strategy where businesses entrust external specialists with thei ..read more

We consistently hear from leaders, CEOs and business owners that people are the number one thing they worry about the most. Can you identify with that? Do you lay awake at night thinking about whether you have enough resource to deliver for your customers? Or whether your marketing team is up to the challenge of growing your brand? Or your sales team’s capability to secure new clients? Or whether Brian and Joan’s ongoing feud over the teabags is going to spill over into the wider team? The challenges that leaders face around their people can be varied, but in ur experience the majority of them ..read more

Are you on top of 2024 National Minimum Wage increases in your business? Spring always means rises in the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage, something that’s good news for employees but not so much for employers, as this year’s increases are significant. But there’s no avoiding them, so ensuring you’re planning these additional costs into your business – and not falling short on your minimum wage obligations is crucial. The rates that will apply from 1st April 2024 are as follows: NMW Rate Increase (£) Increase (%) NLW (21 and older) £11.44 £1.02 9.8% 18-20 year old £8.60 £1.11 14 ..read more

How Does HR Outsourcing Reduce Costs In today’s competitive business landscape, efficient management of resources is key to company success. This comprehensive guide explores how HR outsourcing can be a strategic tool for reducing costs, offering insights into how businesses can benefit from delegating their human resources functions to specialised service providers.   A Breakdown Of HR Outsourcing HR outsourcing involves delegating human resources tasks to an external service provider. This strategy encompasses a range of HR functions, from benefits administration to employee engagement ..read more