Successful Company Policies
Are yours up-to-date, masterfully crafted, or in desperate need of a revamp?
If you're an employer, reflect on this question. If you're an employee, consider discussing it with your employer.
How certain are you that your current HR policies adequately cover you?
This is the million dollar question if you end up in an expensive employment tribunal.
The problem is that the effectiveness of your HR policies is often only tested when they're confronted with real-life situations and challenges.
Having strong policies in place is not just about protecting yourself when things go wrong. It's also about fostering a workplace environment that enables employees to thrive for the benefit of everyone involved.
Drawing from my extensive employment law and HR experience, I've identified the following as key elements of a comprehensive HR policy framework.
To enjoy peace of mind without any concerns or worries, your HR policies should, at the very least, be:
Legally compliant
Up to date with existing legislation
Integrated (meaning each policy aligns with and reinforces related policies)
Although this may seem reasonable, many businesses fall short of these standards.
The issue with many organisations' HR policies (perhaps even yours) is that they can be ticking time bombs waiting for a tribunal. Many are cobbled together over a period of time from different sources and from different authors. They invariably don’t read well, and more often than not, they’re outdated.
It's not a matter of whether your HR policies will be tested but when. If your policies are insufficient, you may face a costly and time-consuming tribunal. If this strikes a chord with you, remember it's not your fault.
While it's not your job to implement effective HR policies, as a business owner, it is your responsibility.
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Allow me to present a solution to this problem:
Introducing my HR policy library
This collection of 26 HR policies is:
Brief and straightforward, making them easy to put into practice
Practical, featuring efficient HR processes based on years of employment law expertise
Easily comprehensible for employees at all levels of your organisation
Comprehensive, addressing a wide range of challenging employment issues that HR professionals encounter daily
Fully compliant with all relevant employment legislation changes
Reviewed by some of the industry's leading legal experts
The library includes policies on the following:
Recruitment
Holiday
Flexible Working
Equal Opportunities
Drugs & Alcohol
Wellbeing
Menopause
Maternity & Family-Friendly
Homeworking
Social Media
Harassment & Bullying
Performance Improvement
Absence Management
Grievance
Whistleblowing (Non-Regulated Sectors)
Bribery
Data Protection
Modern Slavery
Disciplinary
Redundancy
Right to work
Religious & National Holiday Celebration
Company Cars
Computers, Email & Internet
Appraisal
Training & Development
Is it worth investing in these HR policies?
They are an excellent fit for you if:
You want to ensure that the HR policies you oversee won't cause issues down the line.
You believe that having concise, easy-to-follow, and legally compliant HR policies will help you rest easy.
You wish to save countless hours by avoiding the need to develop these policies from scratch.
Right now, you have a choice to make:
Option 1: Continue with your current HR policies, hoping they will suffice if any problems arise. After all, things have been fine so far, right? What could possibly go wrong?
Option 2: Take action by hiring someone to review your existing policies, research current employment legislation, and update them accordingly.
Option 3: Invest in one or more of these legally compliant, up-to-date, and integrated HR policies.
By choosing option 3, you'll save a significant amount of time, effort, and money, and it will provide you with workable HR policies you can have in place faster than you can imagine.
This is one of those no-brainer decisions you’ll look back on and congratulate yourself for making when your investment more than pays for itself by providing you and your business with robust HR policies that are:
Legally compliant
Up to date
Integrated
Why would you run the risk of not having HR policies like that?
Contact me at tim@tcsbusinessservices.com
Here’s the big question: How much is it to buy a policy?
To make it cost-effective, I’ve put together three bundles:
1 stand-alone policy for £125
A bundle of any 5 policies for £450
All 26 policies for £995
****Any bundle includes a full implementation kit, with complete instructions on tailoring the policy for your business and template letters to aid the rollout***1
Bonus 1
Purchase either of the policy bundles (not a stand-alone policy), and I will include two expertly drafted employment contracts for a junior and a senior employee. The contracts are fully up-to-date and legally compliant. Most contracts from 2021 are not!
Bonus 2
Should any of your policies be impacted by a change in legislation in the next two years, I will review the policy in light of the change, redraft as necessary and provide you with an amended version.
Bonus 3
Refer a colleague who goes on to purchase either of the bundles (not a stand-alone policy), and I will give you a £150 refund.
Bespoke Company Handbook
If you would rather I put all the policies together into a company handbook to include any other policies you wish to integrate with these; I am happy to do that for you. You will have a fully functioning hyperlinked handbook unique to your company and the two contracts as a bonus for £1,495.
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Case study
Stellar Tech's journey to a supportive Menopause Policy
Introduction
Stellar Tech, a leading technology firm, recognised that a supportive work environment is essential for employee satisfaction and retention. One area where they identified room for improvement was in supporting employees experiencing menopause. They understood that having a workplace Menopause Policy could significantly improve the well-being and productivity of employees affected by menopause, either directly or indirectly. In response, Stellar Tech decided to implement a comprehensive Menopause Policy.
Problem
Before implementing the Menopause Policy, Stellar Tech noticed that employees experiencing menopause struggled with various symptoms, including hot flushes, fatigue, and anxiety. This often led to decreased productivity and increased sick leave, which impacted the company's overall performance. Furthermore, employees who were indirectly affected by menopause, such as those with partners or family members experiencing symptoms, also faced challenges in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Solution
To address these concerns, Stellar Tech implemented a Menopause Policy that provided a clear explanation of menopause and its symptoms, along with the support networks available within the company. The policy also outlined the expectations of employees and managers, encouraging a culture of understanding, respect, and compassion.
Stellar Tech's Menopause Policy included:
Clear definitions and explanations of menopause and its symptoms.
A four-step procedure for employees seeking support.
Guidelines for managers on how to handle menopause-related issues sensitively and effectively.
A zero-tolerance policy on bullying and harassment related to menopause.
Outcome
Since implementing the Menopause Policy, Stellar Tech has seen significant improvements in the well-being of employees affected by menopause, both directly and indirectly. Employees now feel more comfortable discussing their symptoms with their managers and seeking support when needed. As a result, there has been a noticeable reduction in sick leave and increased productivity.
Managers at Stellar Tech have also benefited from the policy, as they are now better equipped to support their employees and create an inclusive work environment. This has not only improved the company's overall morale but has also contributed to a decrease in staff turnover rates.
Conclusion
The Menopause Policy has proven to be a valuable addition to Stellar Tech's workplace policies. It has fostered a supportive and inclusive environment, increasing employee satisfaction, productivity, and retention. For any company looking to improve their employee well-being and create a more inclusive workplace, implementing a Menopause Policy is definitely a wise investment.
Contact me at tim@tcsbusinessservices.com
The 26 policies are for the sole use of the purchaser's business. They are licensed to the customer only and must not be distributed to any third party, free of charge or for a fee.