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How to Attract the Right Talent in a Competitive Market?
Amid the complexities of the 2024 job market, recruitment and the HR paper trail behind it have evolved. Business owners and HR professionals are grappling with an influx of applications, yet the challenge remains: how to sift through the quantity to find quality. HR Team, [...]
Strategies for Building and Managing High-Performing Teams
Managing high-performing teams is vital to long-term organisational success. These teams, characterised by their productivity, efficiency, and innovation, are the engines that drive companies forward and overcome the complexities of a modern, fast-paced world. But what truly defines a high-performance team, and how can one [...]
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 [...]