Optus is the latest employer to increase its investment in L&D, partnering with universities to bridge its skills gaps. Also in this article, developments in the graduate job market and employer branding.
The case for a universal portable entitlements scheme is now 'impossible to responsibly ignore', according to a new report. Also in this article: Victoria proposes IR changes to discrimination, labour hire laws, and the IR omnibus Bill passes the lower house.
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Seventeen new organisations have received 'employer of choice for gender equality' citations this year, following a rise in flexible work, programs to support women into leadership, and other key developments in diversity progress.
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Some 25% of employees will take time off in any given year for grief and loss-related reasons, but most employers haven't properly addressed how they'll help them in their absence and upon return, an expert says.
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Last year prompted many employers to think more strategically about their redeployment, internal mobility, and outplacement goals, but leading-edge employers are now also combining these areas with their future of work scenarios.
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General protections claims are on the rise, with employees feeling they have little to lose by launching an action. Watch this webcast for an up-to-date look at recent developments, rulings and practical risk-mitigation strategies.
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An employer that retroactively capped an "over-performer's" commission when she achieved sales more than five times her target has failed in its appeal against a $370k damages award.
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Whether it's 'keyboard warriors', online bullying/harassment, #metoo allegations, disparaging remarks or political views, employees' social media activity can give employers plenty to be concerned about. Attend this HR Daily Premium webinar to understand how this area interacts with employers' legal rights and responsibilities. Premium members can click through to request a complimentary pass.
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Seventeen new organisations have received 'employer of choice for gender equality' citations this year, following a rise in flexible work, programs to support women into leadership, and other key developments in diversity progress.
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Remote work is taking a toll on workplace relationships, with bullying and micromanagement complaints rising due to poor online etiquette, an investigations specialist says.
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Transferring an employee to a site she perceived as a "dumping ground" after she reported being s-xually assaulted by a colleague exacerbated her psychological injury, a commission has ruled.
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This HR Daily webinar will discuss employers' legal obligations around mental health issues; tips for managing performance, disciplinary and investigation processes where mental illness might be involved; special considerations in light of COVID-19; and much more.