Faced with a shrinking talent pool, Konica Minolta has gone back to basics and launched its own trainee program, targeting people of all ages without tertiary qualifications.
Discrimination based on workers' looks is alive and well in the Australian workplace, according to an academic, who says HR professionals should be aware of "lookism" in order to avoid its associated risks.
Leaders at the coalface of Australian businesses are strong on technical know-how but weak on people skills, and having a negative impact on team member engagement, productivity and retention, two recent surveys suggest.
Employers relying on traditional workforce planning models to predict and meet talent needs will find the task impossible before long, according to talent expert Kevin Wheeler.
HR has traditionally been good at collecting operational metrics, but less so at using this data strategically to inform workforce planning decisions, according to a talent management and recruitment specialist.
Businesses that use labour hire workers can reduce legal risks if they heed the lessons of a recent Fair Work Commission decision, which clarifies when a host will - and will not - be considered an employer, according to workplace lawyer Fiona Austin.
Many organisations will find themselves without a pipeline of professional female talent if they don't take steps soon to mainstream flexibility, according to a panel of diversity experts.
HR salaries across Australia are expected to increase by about 4.7 per cent this year, but professionals changing roles in NSW - except those in key areas of demand - might need to take a paycut, according to an HR recruitment specialist.
As the jobs market heats up, many organisations will struggle this year to retain their employees, and those charged with the task in HR teams might be most at risk of leaving.
Here is a specialist's advice on how HR departments can maintain their own people and build their headcount this year, along with tips for HR candidates looking for their next role.
Simplified organisational structures will help businesses respond to an increasingly unpredictable global environment, but this will require HR departments to develop a deeper understanding of the business itself so they can align talent strategies with company objectives, according to new research from ManpowerGroup.
When an employer receives a complaint or becomes aware of a conduct issue, it's not always appropriate to go down a traditional disciplinary path. This HR Daily Premium Q&A will discuss alternative options and how to determine which is best in various circumstances.
Recent constructive dismissal claims highlight the risks involved in accepting a resignation from an employee who is experiencing mental health issues. Watch this Q&A to understand the rulings' implications for all employers.
