Many employers have hit pause on disciplinary processes in light of disruptions caused by COVID-19, and procedural fairness will be critical as these recommence, says a workplace lawyer.
Phasing out the JobKeeper scheme, rather than suddenly ending it, is one of several suggested measures to ensure a smooth labour market recovery from the COVID-19 crisis.
Amid big increases in application rates and completed assessments, employers can glean valuable insights to help improve the candidate experience, a specialist says.
The COVID-19 crisis has disrupted organisations in countless ways, but it also provides an opportunity to reset some important elements of workplace culture. This webinar will discuss team rebalancing, minimising conflict, and welfare discussions. Premium members should click through to request a complimentary pass, while free subscribers can upgrade their membership level here for access.
The authenticity of an organisation's core values comes to the fore during difficult times, with the current crisis set to have a lasting impact on employer brands, says an expert.
Reduced face-to-face interaction and hasty email communication – coupled with job insecurity, isolation and stress – could see COVID-19 distancing measures heighten the risk of bullying claims, a workplace lawyer says.
The week's biggest HR stories cover: JobKeeper-related disputes; reducing risks when cutting pay; supporting working parents; fostering high performance; and more.
A Qantas engineer was rightly sacked for "plainly unwelcome" and "sleazy" behaviour, despite errors in the allegations against him, the Fair Work Commission has ruled.
A commission has ordered an employer to reinstate a leader sacked for bullying, suggesting better support could significantly improve his management style.
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.
