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HR Tips Q3 2018 - Staff Induction

Posted on Sep 28 2018 by Simone Patterson

Are you recruiting a new staff member?

HR Tips Q2 2018 - What to do when a Staff member resigns

Posted on Jul 2 2018 by Simone Patterson

In your capacity as a manager, it’s inevitable that your staff members will resign for a number of reasons. This quarter’s HR Tip will guide you through this process and set out your obligations in managing resignations.

HR Tips Q1 2018 - Working Flexibly at the University

Posted on Mar 26 2018 by Simone Patterson

Creating a flexible workplace is part of a modern working organisation and is important for staff to balance work demands with caring and personal commitments. Flexibility helps attract and retain talent, leading to improved staff satisfaction, retention and productivity.

HR Tips Q3 2017 - Managing the end of fixed-term contracts

Posted on Dec 15 2017 by Simone Patterson

As the end of the year approaches, we turn to consider your responsibilities when a staff member’s fixed term contract is coming to an end. This quarter’s HR Tip provides advice on the process you should follow to confirm the contract is ending or to renew the contract when you have an ongoing need for the position, including notice periods and severance pay.

HR Tips Q3 2017 - Leave management at the University

Posted on Sep 5 2017 by Simone Patterson

Staff Services Online��(SSO) is the University’s online, self-service tool which, among other things, allows staff to apply for and manage leave. Your staff need to record leave that they’ve taken in SSO for several important reasons.

HR Tips Q2 2017 - Ready and willing staff but no contract of Employment

Posted on Jun 30 2017 by Simone Patterson

Welcome to the second of our quarterly HR Tips for 2017. This quarter will highlight the importance of compliant employment contracts for your staff members.

HR Tips Q1 2017 – Managing excess Annual leave when voluntary flexible working arrangements are requested

Posted on Mar 31 2017 by Simone Patterson

Welcome to the first of our quarterly HR Tips. Aligned with the launch of the new HR Advisory function this month, we intend to provide people leaders with a quarterly practical tip on a HR issue that arises commonly within the University.