The HR Dept Rugby

25/02/2026

April will bring a new set of employment law changes, all already confirmed in legislation.

Many business owners are feeling the pressure of rising costs and uncertainty, which is why our retained clients rely on us to manage the detail.

Here are the five areas that will need action, along with how we support each one:

April, and its "shower” of employment law changes will soon be upon us. You are sure to already have a lot on your plate running your business. In fact,…

18/09/2023

Flexible working comes in a number of forms, such as reduced hours, hybrid working or amended start and finish times.

As an employer, you have no legal obligation to permit flexible working, but you must give it proper consideration.

If you need a hand with flexible working requests in your business, get in touch with us today: https://www.hrdept.co.uk/rugby/contact

13/09/2023

September is a prime time of year for employers receiving flexible working requests.

Please read our full blog here for tips on managing flexible working requests: https://ow.ly/7Fhh50PL1h6.

30/08/2023

Studies show that 80% of people are nervous before starting a new job. Having spent time and money on the recruitment process, it's in your interest to ensure your new employees have a smooth onboarding process and hit the ground running as soon as possible.

Read our latest blog to find out five ways of combatting new job nerves for your new recruits: https://ow.ly/VOiK50PG08r

25/08/2023

The announcement of a pregnancy or adoption will typically be a joyful part of any employee’s life, but business must continue for the company.

Read about employee entitlement and how you can manage maternity absence in our latest blog: https://ow.ly/kp9K50PEf5N

22/08/2023

🌟 We are hiring! ⭐
We love supporting our amazing clients, in whatever way they choose and particularly when it leads to their business growth! Are you a Marketing professional looking for your next move? Check out this great opportunity to join a small dynamic team based in Meriden, Coventry on a part-time basis

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17/08/2023

Do your current company policies match your company values?

As a business owner, you should understand the importance of alignment between the two, as this will guide your workforce's behaviour and decision-making.

If your policies and values don't match, you could experience difficulties in achieving your company goals in the long run.

Read more here: https://ow.ly/AipA50PAiU8

17/08/2023

National Not for Profit Day serves as a reminder that collective efforts, driven by compassion and a shared vision for a better world, can lead to meaningful and lasting change for the benefit of all.

We are delighted to support over 60 Not-For-Profit, Charity and CIC organisations across all of our territories, giving advice and guidance on all things HR, keeping them on the right side of the law.

Get in touch for a free 30-minute consultation!

https://ow.ly/Mpq250PAgPW

15/08/2023

As an employer, it's vital to understand the working environment needs of your employees to maximise performance. This can be difficult, as different individuals thrive under different working conditions.

Noise is a significant factor within the workplace, and can't be overlooked - read more on noise in the workplace here: https://ow.ly/sg4f50PziYW

08/08/2023

📢 Calling all local Charities/Not for Profit organisations in the North and South Warwickshire and Rugby areas! Are you looking for volunteers to help? 📢

During September, the team in North and South Warwickshire and Rugby will be taking part in the HR Dept in the Community month, and we are looking to volunteer our time to you. We are asking any Charities/Not for Profit in our local area to make their pitch. It could be;

🎉 Helping to run a local event
🌱 Doing some gardening or decorating
🍽 Running a soup kitchen
🧹 Cleaning
🚗 Running errands

These are just a few examples, and the winner will be chosen based on the most creative suggestion– the wackier, the better!!

We will announce our winner after the bank holiday, so get your thinking caps on! Please comment below with your bid for our time, and like and share our post to reach the widest audience possible. You can also @ mention your local charities, giving them an opportunity to participate.

We can’t wait to get out into our local community and support your cause!

Good luck!
The HR Dept

02/08/2023

Strategic planning, when done right, will see your business grow. But to make it sustainable, it is crucial to ensure that your people plans align with your growth plans.

Read more on workforce planning here: https://ow.ly/P8qh50PqIKr

02/08/2023

Does low-level sexism occur in your workplace? Here are some tips for addressing the issue: