An annual guide to employment issues that helps HR professionals and those in charge of hiring staff, keeping up-to-date with developments in employment legislation and human resources issues.

The contents cover best practice, employment legislation, top tips and case studies.

1 a decisive year ahead

2 the Randstad group

3 HR in the organisation
3.1 putting a value on the HR role

4 recruiting and retaining talent
4.1 the recruiting process
4.2 the employment contract
4.3 employment commences
4.4 diversity and equal opportunities
4.5 retaining and managing talent
4.6 training and development

5 rewarding staff
5.1 reward systems
5.2 tax and statutory payments
5.3 pensions

6 health and safety at work
6.1 good health and safety practice

7 what to do if things go wrong
7.1 discipline and grievance
7.2 employment tribunals

8 further information