Employment Policies

Whether you’re looking to refresh your policies or are a new business implementing policies before trading, we offer the expertise and practical insight required to support your organisation big or small.

Types of Employment Policies Required in the UK

While not every employment policy is legally required, there are several policies that every employer should have in place, some of which are required by law.

These typically include a disciplinary policy, a grievance procedure, and a health and safety policy.

Employers with more than five employees must also maintain a written health and safety policy.

For those subject to the Equality Act 2010, policies on equal opportunities, anti-harassment, and anti-discrimination are essential not only for compliance but for fostering a safe and inclusive working environment.

Additional employment policies that are commonly expected in today’s workplace include those dealing with sickness absence, family leave, flexible working, internet and email usage, whistleblowing, and data protection.

As employment law policies continue to evolve alongside societal shifts, such as the boom of remote working after the pandemic, AI usage, and ESG reporting, employers are under increasing pressure to ensure their documentation is not only up to date but defensible in law.

So how do you ensure that you’re staying compliant? Well, that’s where we step in.

Employment Policy Solicitors: What We Do

At BBS Law, our employment policy solicitors provide a range of services that adhere to the ever growing compliance obligations. Much of this includes drafting support, and legal insight to help employers meet both their legal obligations.

We don’t just offer templates, instead, we engage directly with your business to understand how you operate, the challenges you face, and the standards you expect from your staff. From there, we produce employment law policies that are clear, consistent, and aligned with your corporate values.

Our services include reviewing existing employment policies for legal compliance, drafting new policies to reflect current legislation and best practice, advising on policy implementation and staff communication, and supporting employers through policy-related disputes or tribunals.

We also help ensure your employment policies align with contracts of employment, staff handbooks, and disciplinary frameworks creating a HR structure that protects you and your company.

How Employment Policies Benefit Your Business

While yes, there is the legal obligation of some policies, there is also the advantage it brings your company.

Ultimately, clear and legally compliant employment policies can have a profound impact on your workplace as they provide clarity for employees, reducing the risk of misunderstandings since they have signed their agreement of the policy at the start of their employment.

A well drafted employment policy can also demonstrate to tribunals that an employer has taken reasonable steps to prevent misconduct or discrimination, which can be a key defence in contentious claims.

For your workforce, policies communicate your expectations and show that you have a clear structure to handle issues such as performance management, absence, and workplace behaviour.

They also show that your business takes its legal obligations seriously, building trust and helping to attract and retain staff.

From a legal perspective, employment law policies help you manage risk and demonstrate compliance with statutory requirements; yet, they also serve as an important point of reference during disciplinary proceedings, internal investigations, or grievances.

Why Choose Us at BBS Law for Employment Policy Solicitors

At BBS Law, we proudly work to advise employers on all aspects of employment law, our employment policy solicitors offer tailored advice that reflects your needs in adherence to your business goals.

We work with businesses across a wide range of sectors, from SMEs to large employers, always prioritising compliance.

We believe that employment law policies should be more than just paperwork, they should be tools that help your business operate more efficiently.

That’s why we take the time to create policies that support your wider HR objectives while ensuring you stay ahead of legal developments. Whether you’re starting from scratch or seeking to update your existing framework, talk to our employment policy solicitors today.

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