Course code: JSB-ELIR - call 0845 071 2801
Overview
Course duration: 1 day.
This course is run in partnership with JSB
This one-day workshop takes a comparative approach to Irish employment law, demonstrating at every stage the key differences in Irish employment law that overseas businesses should be aware of.
If your organisation is, or is likely to be, involved with the employment of staff in the Republic of Ireland then you need to ensure that you have an appreciation of key local Irish labour laws, as well as reliable information on employment conditions, policies and procedures.
Is it right for me?
Designed for HR directors, HR managers, employment law advisers, employee relations professionals and anyone who has, or expects to have, responsibility for overseas staff in Ireland
What will I learn?
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Have a comprehensive overview of employment law in Ireland – a comparative approach.
- Take away a working knowledge of Irish employment law and its practical application to real life scenarios.
- Learn how to handle HR issues in Ireland successfully.
- Be better equipped to advise colleagues on Irish employment law.
What will it cover?
Recruiting in Ireland
- Equality issues
- Pre-employment checks
- Authorisation to work in Ireland
Terms and conditions of employment
- Minimum wage
- Working hours
- Annual leave and public holidays
- Pensions
Participants will have the opportunity to apply the law covered in practice using case studies.
Employment Contracts
- Part-Time Workers
- Fixed-Term Workers
- Agency Workers
Leave entitlements
Workplace policies
Termination
- Unfair dismissal
- Redundancy
- Employee injunctions
- Severance/compromise Agreements
Case study work
Corporate events and employee relations issues
- TUPE
- Information and Consultation
- Industrial relations
Questions and answers