Employment Law (For Employers)
Effective management of employment and industrial issues is critical to the success of your business. In today’s highly competitive business environment, employers need to be aware of the complex legislation and regulations governing their relationship with their employee.
We have developed particular expertise in advising overseas-based employers on the New Zealand employment law environment, and the steps necessary to ensure compliance with the employer’s obligations under New Zealand legislation.
We provide advice on all manner of employer enquiries, from quick advice on any given issue, to research and provision of detailed opinion on more complicated scenarios. In particular, our employment law team is experienced in providing practical and effective advice to employers in the following areas:
- Pre-contractual negotiations and employment agreements
- The 90-day trial period
- Ongoing monitoring of the relationship, performance reviews
- Disciplinary processes
- Redundancy processes
- Personal Grievances
- Health & Safety in Employment Act
- All manner of day-to-day enquiries including annual leave payments, sick leave enquiries, and the effect of new legislation,
Michael Robinson
Helen Wendelborn
