A $100,000-plus damages payout is a wake-up call for employers who fail to keep records of pre-employment discussions, according to Deacons partner Sally Woodward.
Unless in-house hiring processes are underpinned by sound methodology and a goal of "zero mis-hires", the costs to a business can be extraordinary, says a senior recruitment expert.
An employer defrauded of more than $120,000 by a sales manager has successfully claimed damages from a recruitment company that failed to conduct adequate background checks.
Do you know which background checks are relevant to the roles you're recruiting? Screening specialist Peter Stackpole explains when each type of check is warranted.
Australian finance professionals fleeing the UK downturn are returning to the "great unknown", with local skilled vacancies plunging to a 15-year low, according to a business-to-employee communications expert.
Employers that fail to retain employees beyond their graduate recruitment program and promote them into management roles are not achieving a reasonable return on their investment, according to Onetest CEO, Steven Dahl.
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.
