Employment contracts, policies, and handbooks are more than just paperwork - they form the foundation of your relationship with employees. They help:
We offer comprehensive support for employers across all sectors:
Employment Documents
We draft and review contracts for all types of roles, including:
All employment documents are tailored to your business needs and updated to reflect current legislation.
Staff Handbooks
A well-structured handbook sets the tone for your workplace culture. We help you:
Workplace Policies
We draft and update bespoke policies, including:
We also advise on integrating policies into your handbook or intranet for easy access.
Why Choose Us?
Whether you're hiring new staff, restructuring, or reviewing your HR framework, we’ll ensure your documentation is robust, compliant, and fit for purpose.
We aim to make employment law as simple and stress-free as possible. Alongside our personal guidance, our FAQ section answers common questions that may arise in relation to employment law.
Yes. UK law requires employers to provide a written statement of employment particulars by the employee’s first day. A full contract offers greater clarity and protection for both parties.
Key terms include job title, duties, salary, working hours, holiday entitlement, notice period, place of work, and any post-termination restrictions. Additional clauses may be needed depending on the role.
A staff handbook is a collection of policies and procedures. Some policies may be contractual (binding) while others are non-contractual (guidance). We help you decide which approach suits your business.
Yes. Permanent employees, fixed-term staff, zero-hours workers, contractors, and directors all require tailored contracts to reflect their working arrangements and legal status.
At least annually, or whenever there are changes in employment law, business structure, or working practices. Regular reviews help ensure compliance and reduce legal risk.
Templates can be a starting point, but they should always be reviewed and customised to reflect your business needs and legal obligations. Off-the-shelf documents may expose you to risk.
It depends. Contractual policies are binding and enforceable, but harder to change. Non-contractual policies offer flexibility. We advise on the best structure for your organisation.
Changes should be clearly communicated in writing. For contractual changes, you may need employee consent. For non-contractual updates, a notification and acknowledgment may suffice.
Yes. We offer training and guidance to ensure your managers understand and apply contracts and policies consistently and lawfully.
Poor or missing documentation can lead to disputes, tribunal claims, reputational damage, and financial loss. Investing in robust contracts and policies is a proactive way to protect your business.
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