The job market is finally improving for HR practitioners, especially those who can demonstrate commercial acumen, but HR salaries across Australia are expected to remain stagnant in 2015.
Salaries too often only reflect internal equity considerations and external market drivers, ignoring a role's true contribution to the organisation, argues a human capital expert.
The Federal Court has handed down an important ruling on what constitutes a "reasonable" recruitment process, in a dispute over whether an allegedly biased supervisor should have excused himself from a recruitment panel.
Leadership development was the biggest challenge for HR professionals this year, but taking steps now will ensure it isn't a recurring theme in 2015, according to new research.
HR professionals will have to develop new skills to help workplaces bridge the gap between what they need and the qualifications the education sector is producing, according to AHRI president Peter Wilson.
Employers will need to find ways to build self-sustaining talent acquisition teams, as the gap between internal recruiter supply and demand grows, says recruitment trainer Mark Tortorici.
Bonus schemes aren't as prevalent in HR as in other departments, but they can help employers attract and retain talent, while keeping costs down during tough times, advises an HR recruitment specialist.
Employers that ignore workforce data when hiring for their HR departments will soon hit roadblocks, as growth in the sector outpaces the general labour market over the next five years, warns a talent sourcing strategy expert.
Does promoting people based on merit give everyone a fair go? The results of a debate this week should have employers questioning who decides what 'merit' is, and whether they're really appointing the best leaders.
Knocking down the divide between the talent acquisition team and the rest of HR can improve the whole department's ability to produce relevant insights for business leaders, argues a consultant.
All employers should consider putting in place a workplace s-xual harassment prevention plan, even though such plans are only expressly prescribed in one jurisdiction, according to a risk management expert.
Recent events have shone a spotlight on whistleblowing, placing employers firmly on notice that their response to a protected disclosure could be subject to intense scrutiny. Watch this webcast to understand the role HR plays in this challenging space.
