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Breaks At Work: Laws and Employer Obligations
Using a payroll platform to bring payroll in-house can be transformational for your business and team. Let’s chat through why and when it might be the time to introduce it in your business. Last Updated Contents Understanding UK Break and Lunch Laws Taking regular breaks at work isn’t just good for productivity and employee wellbeing, […]
Latest data from Employment Hero signals shifts in holiday workforce trends
Published Updated 5 mins read Contents Employment Hero’s December SmartMatch Employment Report highlights the contrasting outcomes of the holiday season Overall employment grew 7.6% YoY yet posted its first negative monthly change in over a year (-0.1% MoM) Median hourly wage rose 4.5% YoY, reaching $42.20 in December 2024 Full-time employees saw the strongest gains […]
Common Scenarios for Payroll over the Christmas Period
The Christmas/New Year break brings different routines to payroll, including paying employees in advance, leave requests, and public holidays. In this article, we go over some common scenarios and how best to handle them.
Employment Hero Data Reveals Two-Speed Economy: Ongoing ‘Wageflation’ and Shrinking Hours
Published Updated 5 mins read Contents Employment Hero’s August SmartMatch Employment Report reveals striking 6.2% moving average yearly wage growth across Australia, while median hours worked fell 2.4% month-on-month, signalling productivity challenges and early signs of ‘labour hoarding’ Wage growth is significantly higher than the 4.1% reported by the ABS WPI in June, suggesting a […]
New Law on Allocating Tips – What You Need to Know
The law on allocating tips changes in October. Are you ready?
What does Labour’s New Deal for Working People mean for your business?
The government’s plan to Make Work Pay
Employment Hero Brings Unparalleled Real-Time Transparency to the Employment Marketplace
Published Updated 6 mins read Contents Employment Hero’s SmartMatch will now provide employers and job seekers with a precise understanding of their market value SmartMatch will be informed by Employment Hero’s real-time up-to-minute data aggregated from over 2.5 million employees and over 350,000 SMEs globally Employers can view salaries and talent, delivering insights that job […]
How does payment in lieu of notice work in the UK?
Let’s explore how payment in lieu of notice works in the UK and what employers should be aware of.
Increases to statutory rates in 2023
Unpack the statutory rates that will be increasing in the new financial year.
How to easily calculate 52 week average for holiday pay
Learn how to calculate holiday pay correctly including full-time, part-time, irregular hours and 52-week average rules.
What is time off in lieu (TOIL) in the UK?
A brief guide to managing time off in lieu
How to Have a Compensation Conversation With an Employee
Employee compensation conversations can be difficult. Navigate them like a pro with these tips.
Understanding Parental Leave
This fact sheet explains your obligations as an employer when it comes to parental leave.
Working Hours Policy Template
This template is customisable for your business needs. Download the template now.
