An employer's s-xual harassment investigation focused on a complainant's "subjective reactions" and failed to fully consider the context of an incident, the Fair Work Commission has ruled in ordering reinstatement.
Time with leadership, "proactive" pay reviews and low-cost celebrations are among the top reward and recognition tools at some of Australia's best places to work.
Building a strong culture is still a top priority for HR professionals, but they're grappling with how to ensure dispersed workers feel a sense of connection and belonging, engagement data shows.
The Fair Work Commission has ordered reinstatement after finding an employer's tendency to "inflate the gravity and seriousness" of a worker's misconduct led to a harsh dismissal.
A 60-year-old employee sacked because he could no longer perform the inherent requirements of his role was not unfairly dismissed, despite arguing HR defamed him, a commission has found.
The Fair Work Commission's past approach to determining whether a worker is an employee or contractor is "no longer good law", a deputy president has said in rejecting an unfair dismissal claim.
Boards now expect a three-to-four-year process for internal CEO succession planning, with HR playing a vital role communicating with key players, developing relationships, and ensuring granular clarity around goals and expectations.
General protections claims are the fastest-growing category of applications in the Fair Work Commission, with reforms now underway to stem the tide. This webinar will discuss important developments in both procedural issues and case law.
