Free 24/7 HR and Employment Law Advice for Business Owners
Are you facing an issue with one of your employees? Do you have a question about a change in employment legislation? Or do you need help with your employment contracts and HR documentation?
How we can help your business
For over 30 years, Employers Direct has been offering free HR and employment law advice for Irish business owners and key decision makers.
Our services help thousands of businesses across Ireland to navigate complex workplace issues and avoid costly HR litigation.
If you are a business owner facing an urgent issue with an employee, or you have a query about HR or employment law, our advisors are available 24/7 to offer advice, support, and peace of mind.
Protect your business today. Call our advisors on 1800 817 157.
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Dismissal
+Make sure your dismissals are compliant
As you grow a business and increase your staff numbers, chances are, you’ll need to dismiss an employee. Dismissals are an unpleasant part of being an employer, but it is your remit.
Whether you need to sack a problem employee, or you’re finding it difficult to let someone go, Employer Advice has a team of specialists on hand to help. Our UK-based dismissal experts are here for you 24/7, offering you free advice and guidance. Just click the button below:
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Employment Contracts
+Employment Contracts
Every year, the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) inspects thousands of businesses to assess their compliance with Irish employment law. Do you feel confident that your business meets WRC standards?
Our HR and employment law advisors are available 24/7 to provide instant and trustworthy advice on how to prepare your business for an inspection, and what to do if your policies and documentation are not up to scratch.
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Employment Law
+Employment Law
Irish employment law is constantly evolving, and every update requires you to review and revise your policies, documentation, and HR practices. Failure to stay up to date could lead to significant legal, financial, and reputational damage for your business.
Our advisors are available 24/7 to answer any questions you may have about recent employment law updates, and to guide you through exactly what they will mean for you, your business, and your employees.
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Understanding Leave Entitlements
+Leave Entitlements
Understanding leave entitlements can be complex, but it's essential to manage your employees' time off correctly.
What distinguishes parent’s leave from parental leave? Is maternity leave compensated? Are employees allowed to use all their annual leave at once? And when is an employee entitled to take force majeure leave?
We provide business owners with round-the-clock support and advice on a range of HR and employment law topics, including staff leave entitlements and how to manage them.
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Sick Pay
+Make sure you understand sick pay
All employees are entitled to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) if they are too ill to work. As a business owner, however, you may well be concerned with skyrocketing sick leave. Sick pay can be tricky to work out and you may also be looking to improve overall workplace wellbeing.
Our team of highly qualified specialists will guide you through sick pay and SSP calculations amongst your staff. We can ensure that we support businesses like yours to lead you through the right process, ease the burden, and save you time, money, and worry. Our skilled advisors work with you to get SSP right and avoid a tribunal claim. We provide clear advice, taking into account all applicable considerations. Just click the button below:
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Sickness Absence
+Make sure you process flexible working requests
Flexible working refers to a way of working that is tailored to the needs of your employee. This can include things like a flexible start or finish time and the option to work from home. All employees now have the option to request flexible working, it isn’t just parents and carers. There are, however, conditions. As a business owner you need to understand flexible working eligibility and know how to deal with a flexible working request.
Our team of highly qualified specialists will guide you through flexible working requests. We will ensure that we support businesses like yours to lead you through the right process, ease the burden, and save you time, money, and worry. Ultimately, our skilled advisors work with you to get flexible working requests right to ensure you avoid a tribunal claim. We provide clear advice, taking into account all applicable considerations.
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Staff Pay
+Managing Staff Pay
Every year, the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) recovers millions of euros in unpaid wages. As an employer, it's vital that you ensure your staff are paid correctly. Protect your employees and your business by ensuring that you are complying with national minimum wage requirements, statutory sick pay, Sunday premiums, public holiday pay, overtime, and more.
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WRC Claims
+WRC Claims
If an employee has taken a claim against you, it's crucial to proceed with care. Navigating a WRC claim can be stressful and complex, but seeking advice now will help protect your business, provide peace of mind, and prevent the issue from escalating further.
Our team of advisors will guide you through the process of navigating a WRC claim, providing expert advice based on years of industry expertise.
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WRC Inspections
+WRC Inspections
Every year, the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) inspects thousands of businesses to assess their compliance with Irish employment law. Do you feel confident that your business meets WRC standards?
Our HR and employment law advisors are available 24/7 to provide instant and trustworthy advice on how to prepare your business for an inspection, and what to do if your policies and documentation are not up to scratch.