Are you making essential changes to your business?
We’ll navigate your through the HR redundancy process.
We know that making employees redundant is a difficult but sometimes unavoidable decision.
The redundancy consultation process is a minefield. Breaking the rules can prove to be very expensive. Missing a step altogether can lead to an employee bringing a Fair Work claim against you for unfair dismissal.
You’ll need to be careful around notice periods, pay entitlements and selection criteria. You will also have to consider whether you can offer an alternative job. And if not, what support you can put in place to help them find their next role.
We understand that every situation is different. Our local HR professionals can work with your business to design a solution that effectively manages your redundancy process.
Following a fair and legal procedure
The most important part of any company restructuring redundancy program is that you end up with the best team to take your business forward. And also that any departing employees are treated fairly and leave the company with their dignity intact. To do this it is wise to consider the following:
Prepare your business case for employee redundancy. There are many reasons for restructuring your company. But if it is to save money, itemise the savings you have already made before starting the consultation process.
Consult in good time with all the affected employees (and if there is union representation in place, consult the trade union representatives where required). Ensure you consult in accordance with the consultation provisions set out in any Award, Enterprise Agreement or contract in place in your business.
Make sure all employees are included in the redundancy consultation process, especially those on long-term sick or maternity leave.
Identify a potential selection pool. Then ensure your selection criteria is fair, and score each person as objectively as you can.
Follow the termination of employment process properly. Talk to us if you are unsure – one call can help.
Throughout the redundancy process and after, keep your current employees engaged with as much information and consultation as is reasonably practical.
Every business situation is different. You really need objective, business focused advice to help navigate the redundancy rules and process correctly.
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