Award changes giving overtime rates to a group of workers who weren't previously entitled to them are unlikely to impact many employers, but a provision excluding managers reinforces the importance of making that distinction clear in contracts.
Global mobility programs can help employers provide flexible, non-linear careers and a rich variety of experiences, but as demand multiplies, so do the challenges, KPMG leaders warn.
The Federal Government's proposed 'same job, same pay' reforms are "ignorant" of the factors that determine workers' wages, and too broad and clumsy to work in practice, employer representatives say.
Pay equity is a top driver of retention and engagement, but only 5% of employers excel at it, and many are yet to develop criteria to deliver it, says HR thought leader Josh Bersin.
The Labor Government has introduced its second tranche of promised workplace relations reforms, aiming to close the "loopholes that some businesses use to undercut workers' pay, security and flexibility".
One of Australia's top-ranked employers has launched a market-leading program that encourages employees to proactively look after their health before issues arise.
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.
