Dispute Resolution

In any business sector, unexpected disputes can surface, demanding immediate attention. These conflicts, if left unchecked, can consume vast amounts of managerial time, potentially resulting in financial setbacks and damaging your business's reputation. The convenience with which employees can now lodge an online tribunal claim, free of personal charges, has amplified challenges for businesses, especially since the abolition of tribunal fees.

Having the right procedures, like a structured company handbook, can be your first line of defence, helping to resolve many issues at their outset. Let’s strategise on safeguarding your business's future.

Admittedly, wading through contracts and handbooks might not be the most exciting task, and you may feel you have pressing priorities. However, comprehensive HR documentation remains the cornerstone of any successful business, ensuring protection for both the business and its employees.

Moreover, it's now legally mandatory to provide every worker with a detailed statement from day one of their employment. This statement should encompass critical information such as payment details, working hours, notice periods, and entitlements like holidays and sick leave.

Our dedicated service extends to crafting employment contracts tailored to specific roles, ensuring maximum protection for your business. Additionally, we offer contract templates and training for internal teams, equipping them to generate contracts for future hires.

A well-defined Staff Handbook should capture both your business-specific procedures and statutory mandates. Think of it as a comprehensive reference for both management and staff, guiding them through various scenarios. Our commitment is to customise your policies to mirror your business ethos. And, should policies need revisiting or new ones need crafting, we're on hand to guide you through the modifications.

Managing sickness absence is a complex task that extends beyond the initial notification. From redistributing tasks during an employee's absence and ensuring accurate sick pay, to handling self-certification forms, GP notes, and facilitating their return to work – the responsibilities are multifaceted.

Our expertise lies in adeptly navigating this process. We prioritise both supporting employee well-being and mitigating potential misuse of sick benefits. By utilising a range of techniques, we help you comprehend the impact of absences on your business and craft effective strategies in response.

We advocate for businesses to define their own, reasonable criteria for absences. These are then bolstered by a clear policy that sets out these standards for employees, ensuring transparency and clear expectations.

Furthermore, employers must remain cognisant of obligations under the Equality Act 2010, particularly when an employee's condition might classify as a disability. In such scenarios, it's often necessary to make suitable workplace adjustments.

Working with us guarantees that your approach to managing sickness absence is not only efficient but also fully compliant with UK regulations. Remember, extended absence can pose challenges to an employee's successful return, and we're poised to assist you throughout.

Finding the right fit for your business can be a daunting task. We've all experienced the recruitment process from the candidate's perspective, and we recognise the intricacies involved. Beyond the commitment of time and finances, sifting through numerous CVs can be overwhelming. Moreover, a hasty hiring decision can lead to further complications, demanding even more resources. As the saying goes, act in haste, rue at leisure!

We choose a different path from the conventional recruitment model. Instead of charging based on salary percentages or set amounts for successful placements, our approach is transparent and simple: we bill for the actual time we invest in your recruitment.

Our approach not only offers cost-effectiveness but also ensures a high success rate. We cater to a wide array of recruitment needs across various sectors, be it for a single position or an entire team for a new location. Our comprehensive services include pre-employment screenings, reference checks, contract preparations, goal-setting for probationary periods, and initial training sessions.

Guided by our belief that "People define your business," we stress the importance of acknowledging every applicant, regardless of the decision. 

Navigating the intricate world of HR compliance requires expertise and precision. We offer tailored services to ensure your business not only meets but excels in compliance standards. Our comprehensive grasp of HR laws, standards, and best practices ensures that from accurate record-keeping to employment laws, workplace safety, and equal opportunity mandates, you're always in the clear. 

With a forward-thinking approach, we don't just focus on present regulations but also prepare you for potential future changes. Choosing us as your partner guarantees a seamless and efficient HR compliance journey for your business.

At Niche-Co HR, we see performance management as more than just reviews—it's the engine that drives business success. We're about igniting growth, supercharging productivity, and syncing individual ambitions with company vision. Our toolkit? Cutting-edge strategies and unwavering support that arm both employees and managers for success. Dive into a performance culture that doesn't just evaluate, but elevates. With us, it's not about ticking boxes—it's about transformative results. Ready to redefine performance in your business? We're here to lead the charge.