Employment Contract for Employers: A Guide
An employment contract is a legally binding agreement between an employer and an employee. A well-drafted employment contract should state the terms and conditions of employment and will impose both specific responsibilities and confer certain rights on the employee and the employer. While employment contracts should provide certainty and clarity for both parties, they can […]
Fixed Term Contract for Employers: A Guide
A Fixed term contract is an employment agreement that lasts for a specified period or until a particular task or project is completed. Unlike permanent contracts, fixed-term contracts have a defined end date, making them ideal for situations where the need for an employee is temporary. These contracts are commonly used in various industries to […]
The Zero Hour Contract: An Employer Guide
A zero hour contract is a type of employment contract where the employer is not obliged to provide a minimum number of working hours, and the employee is not obligated to accept any of the hours offered. This flexibility allows businesses to adjust their workforce according to demand, providing labour as needed without the commitment […]
Temporary Contract Guidance for Employers
A temporary contract, also known as fixed-term or short-term contracts, are agreements between an employer and an employee for a specific period or until the completion of a particular project. Unlike permanent contracts, temporary contracts have a defined end date, making them ideal for addressing short-term staffing needs. These contracts can vary in length, from […]
A Guide to Permanent Contract for Employers
A permanent contract is a formal agreement between an employer and an employee that outlines the terms of employment without a predetermined end date. This type of contract establishes an ongoing employment relationship, where the employee is expected to work continuously for the employer until either party decides to terminate the agreement. Permanent contracts typically […]
Prevention of Illegal Working Guide 2024
Under the prevention of illegal working legislation, it is unlawful for an employer to hire someone if they do not have the Right to Work in the UK or if they are breaching the terms of their stay by working. Employers in the UK must by law comply with the prevention of illegal working regime. Breaching […]
Immigration civil penalty for employing illegal workers
If you are facing allegations of employing migrant workers illegally in the UK, you can be issued a civil penalty notice from the Home Office. Immigration civil penalties are substantial fines and as such, a serious matter that requires you to take action – whether you want to challenge the fine or to pay the […]
When can you replace a redundant position?
It’s not uncommon for organisations to experience growth after a period of financial difficulty that resulted in redundancies. If you are looking to recruit for a role that has previously been made redundant, it will be important to ensure you are proceeding lawfully to avoid potential legal complaints. In this guide for employers, we explain […]
Hiring Talent Under The UK Graduate Route
The UK welcomes hundreds of thousands of talented and high potential overseas students to universities, further education and English language colleges every year, creating a rich pool of international graduate talent from which employers can recruit. Under the UK’s Graduate Route, employers are able to recruit recent international graduates without the need to invest in […]
Pre-Licence Priority Service Guide
The Home Office pre-licence priority service gives employers the ability to request a fast-tracked decision on their sponsor licence application when recruiting workers under certain sponsored work visas. With standard processing for sponsor licence applications taking an average of 8 weeks, the ability to expedite a decision can be invaluable for employers looking to move quickly […]
