Understanding Genuine Redundancies in Australia
Employers often seek external HR providers to assist in the management their workforce. However, if the provider’s values do not align with the employer’s values, it can have disastrous consequences.
Termination
Long-term personal leave & workplace impacts
One of the questions Akyra is asked quite often relates to how to manage employees with ongoing illnesses who take extended periods of personal leave. So, what rights do employees have in relation to extended personal leave? And how should you as an employer navigate and manage these issues?
What employers should know about issuing written warnings
When it comes to performance management, issuing a written warning to an employee can be a challenging step for employers. It can sometimes be difficult to know when an employee’s performance and/or conduct warrants this type of disciplinary action, and a lack of clarity or fairness within a written warning can cause potential problems for employers.
Can You Extend an Employee’s Probation?
As recent cases have demonstrated, employers can land themselves in hot water by extending an employee’s probation and then dismissing them. So when can a probation be extended? And when is this a wise decision?
The Value of Pre-Employment Screening Documents
Quick hiring processes can sometimes overlook key aspects of an applicant’s background, including a criminal history – leading to difficult situations for employers. So, what can you do if this type of information is discovered after an offer of employment has already been made? And how can these types of situations be avoided? In the latest Akyra blog, we look at the value of pre-employment screening documents.
Update from the Fair Work Commission on Unpaid Pandemic Leave
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has now decided to reinstate unpaid pandemic leave for employees covered under a limited number of Modern Awards. This means that if an employee falls under one of these Awards and meet certain eligibility requirements, they are now entitled to two-weeks of unpaid pandemic leave. So, who is covered under these changes and what leave can be taken?
The value of workplace recognition
In the workplace, we all love to know that our achievements and contributions are recognised and valued. Yet despite the clear benefits of workplace recognition, 81% of businesses say this is not something that is a priority. In the latest Akyra blog, we look at the value of workplace recognition and how this can be implemented by businesses.
Why employers should care about the financial wellbeing of their workforce
As we restart the clock for the new financial year, it’s common for individuals and households to be looking at their finances and budgets, and forecasting for the year ahead. […]
Termination email can be challenged as unfair dismissal
In a decision announced in September 2021, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) accepted the unfair dismissal claim of an employee who exhibited “violent behaviour” in a conduct meeting because he claims he didn’t realise he’d been dismissed; allowing him to file the unfair dismissal claim outside the usual 21-day period.
3 reasons for a stand-down
A recent court case indicates there might be some confusion as to when you can stand-down an employee. If you don’t comply with your obligations in relation to stand-down, you could face large financial penalties.