Identify Gaps: Assess current skills and determine where gaps exist.
Have a robust succession plan in place.
Develop Talent: Offer training, mentoring, and development programmes to prepare employees for new roles.
Encourage Career Growth: Create clear career progression paths to motivate employees to upskill.
Internal Job Postings: Advertise openings internally to encourage existing employees to apply.
Provide Support: Offer resources, such as job shadowing or cross-training, to ease the transition for promoted employees.
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The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 introduced new laws on flexible working in the UK, which came into effect on 6 April 2024: Day one right: Employees can request flexible working from their first day of employment, regardless of how long they’ve been with the company. Multiple requests: Employees can make two requests for flexible working […]
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Read moreProvide development plans, meaningful recognition, fair, consistent pay practices, and flexible working where possible. Exit and stay interviews reveal what to fix before people leave.
Read moreThere is no legal requirement for employers to pay extra for overtime unless it’s stated in the employment contract. Contractual Agreements: Employees are entitled to that agreed rate if overtime pay is specified in the contract. National Minimum Wage: Overtime pay cannot fall below the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage. Voluntary Overtime: Employees […]
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