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The HR Advisor April 2024
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How to Empower Line Managers to Motivate and Communicate With Their Teams
Empowering line managers to effectively motivate and communicate with their teams is essential to creating a positive and productive work environment. Employers can significantly enhance workplace communications and overall organisational success by providing line managers—those directly responsible for supervising and managing employees at the closest [...]
Improvements to Parents’ Leave and Benefits in Ireland
Parenthood is a transformative journey, and Ireland recognises the significance of supporting parents during the crucial first two years of their child's life.
Why is Employee Reward and Recognition Important?
Creating a positive work environment is fundamental for any organisational success. Employee reward and recognition play a pivotal role in enhancing morale, motivation, and overall productivity.
New Paid Sick Leave Policy: A HR Guide for Irish Employers
After 1st January 2024, Irish employers are encountering a significant shift in employee welfare policies – with the increased paid sick leave to 5 days.
Embracing the Future of Work: The Work-Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023
The Work-Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023 is a piece of legislation that signals a new era in the Irish workplace. It reflects a growing understanding of the need for flexibility and support in the modern working environment. With some parts already in practice, [...]
The HR Advisor December 2023
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Understanding and Implementing Statutory Domestic Violence Leave: A Guide for Irish Employers
Embracing a Culture of Support and Safety in the Workplace From Monday, 27th November 2023, a significant change in Irish employment law takes effect – the introduction of statutory domestic violence leave. This development under the Work-Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023 mandates employers [...]
The HR Advisor October 2023
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Five Things Every Employer Should Be Aware Of
In the employment landscape, employers shoulder a significant responsibility for their businesses' success and their workforce's well-being. From legal obligations to fostering a supportive environment, there are five fundamental areas every employer should be acutely aware of. These crucial aspects span employment laws, workplace safety, [...]
Secure Your 2024 HR Compliance with Our Limited-Time Offer
With the new year just around the corner, organisations in the UK and Ireland are facing a dynamic landscape of employment laws and regulations. Keeping up with these changes and ensuring legal compliance has never been more critical. At HR Team, we understand the challenges [...]
The Role of HR in Safety and Compliance
In the modern workplace, where employee well-being and regulatory adherence are paramount, the role of Human Resources (HR) has evolved to encompass a critical responsibility: ensuring safety and compliance. As organisations navigate a complex landscape of laws, regulations, and ethical considerations, HR professionals have emerged [...]
Adapting to Remote Work – Benefits and Disadvantages
Remote work has become an increasing trend in modern workplaces due to technological advancement and shifting economic dynamics. COVID-19 further spurred this transformation as companies worldwide adopted remote work to maintain business continuity and protect employee safety. Although remote work offers numerous advantages, including flexibility [...]
Burnout – Illness of the 21st Century & How to Prevent it in Your Company
In our modern society, work has become an integral and increasingly significant part of our lives. However, it also comes at a cost, and that's burnout. Burnout is a feeling of exhaustion and disillusionment that happens when a person is no longer able to cope [...]
What is Carer’s Leave in Ireland and why should you need to know about it?
Carer's leave is a significant provision in Irish employment law that allows employees to temporarily leave their work to provide full-time care and attention to someone in need. This leave can last anywhere between 13 weeks and 104 weeks, depending on the circumstances. While a [...]