Irish HR and Employment Law Developments Legal Island

Caroline Reidy, Managing Director of the HR Suite, and Julie Holmes from Legal Island, delve into the latest HR trends and developments specifically tailored for the Irish landscape.
Are you ready to enhance your skills and tackle workplace investigations with confidence? In this webinar you'll gain insights into managing investigations in line with best practice. Discover how to streamline your approach and ensure fairness and compliance every step of the way. Learn first-hand from seasoned experts about the common pitfalls and how to avoid them. Don't risk costly mistakes – arm yourself with the knowledge and strategies to ensure your investigations are conducted seamlessly and effectively.
 

Emer Murphy and Andrew Desmond from A&L Goodbody LLP and Julie Holmes from Legal Island, discuss practical advice to ensure GDPR compliance in your workplace. From data protection intricacies to implementing effective safeguards, our expert-led webinar will empower you with the knowledge needed to protect sensitive data.
In this webinar, Emer, Andrew and Julie will discuss:
How advances in technology can create positive and negative issues for businessesKey lessons and recommended actions for employers to prevent confidential information being compromisedHow employers can implement robust policies and training for all staff

Have you ever swiped on your social media to read a post that makes you squirm or cringe? What if it is connected to someone in your workplace? What if the post then goes viral?  

You're not alone. In today's digital era, HR professionals and business leaders are often confronted with such challenging scenarios. Social media's impact is undeniable, both personally and professionally. But what happens when an employee's misguided post about their workplace or colleagues become a crisis? 

What if an employee, who has the statement ‘The opinions and thoughts expressed here are my own and do not represent the views or positions of my employer’, still posts inappropriate content – can you take action? 

What crosses over from freedom of expression into potential disciplinary misconduct? 

Is an employer permitted to refer to external pressure in the disciplinary process? 

Explore the complex landscape of social media's influence on employer-employee dynamics with our engaging webinar, 'Social Media in the Workplace'.  

Gain insights from leading case studies on the challenges employers face in managing online conduct both in and out of the workplace. Learn about the pivotal role of social media policies in mitigating legal and reputational risks, the nuances of handling disciplinary processes, and the importance of balancing employer rights with employee freedom of expression.  

In this webinar, Victoria Smith, Knowledge Partner, is joined by employment law expert, Peter McInnes from McInnes Dunne Murphy LLP who will:  

-Look back at case law to learn from and protect your business
-Outline the key lessons and recommended actions for employers
-Discuss how employers can implement robust policies and training for all staff on Social Media (both in and out of the workplace) 

Digital transformation expert Kieran Gilmurray shares the ten steps you need to take to implement AI successfully in your HR department and beyond. From setting clear business objectives to expanding AI into every relevant HR area and business role, and much more in between. 

Julie Holmes from Legal Island and Ryan Calvert, Head of Human Resources, Sales and Marketing Recruitment from MCS, provide an annual recruitment wrap-up, where Ryan delved into the latest recruitment trends in roles, pay and sector differentiators. Essential viewing to stay up-to-date with recruitment insights to gain a competitive edge in the talent market.
By understanding the latest trends and best practices, employers can tailor their recruitment processes to streamline them, resulting in time and cost savings by automating repetitive tasks and improving the overall efficiency of the hiring process. Learn about techniques to create a positive impression on candidates, leading to better engagement and increased likelihood of successful hires. From emerging job profiles to salary shifts and sector-specific demands, our expert will equip you with the knowledge to stay ahead. 

In this month's webinar Caroline Reidy, Managing Director of the HR Suite, and Julie Holmes of Legal Island, discuss the crucial topic of employee wellbeing during the festive season including:
Addressing challenging weather scenarios when they impact your workforceSupporting employees with sensitive issues like domestic violenceGet ready to expertly manage your company's Christmas celebrations, ensuring a memorable and trouble-free experience for all.