Navigating Employment Law during Restructures: Getting it right (Paper)

Materials comprised of a Paper and PowerPoint Handout.

Presenters

Rosemary Wooders Partner, Bell Gully
Scott Worthy Partner, Kiely Thompson Caisley

Synopsis

Restructuring a business presents legal and operational challenges, particularly when managing redundancies, redeployment, and changes to employment terms. Missteps can lead to costly and time-consuming grievance claims, making it essential for employers to navigate the process with care.

This paper brings together leading experts to examine the legal framework and practical strategies for restructuring in compliance with employment obligations. Our presenters cover the foundational legal requirements for restructures and provide guidance on overcoming various common challenges that may arise along the way. Through a case law update and some practical examples, they will highlight common pitfalls, successful approaches, and key takeaways to mitigate risk and effectively support organisational change.

This paper provides in-depth discussion on the dos and don’ts of restructuring, equipping you with the knowledge to manage restructures smoothly and lawfully.

These Materials will help you

• Learn about the key elements of a restructure consultation process
• Gain insights into some more technical areas of restructures, including selection processes and the right to access information
• Learn about the interplay between restructures and parental leave obligations
• Identify and address other key risks in restructuring, including overlooked contractual provisions, mixed motives, managing sick leave, and offering voluntary redundancy 
• Become better informed about how to overcome common mistakes in restructures
• Benefit from learning about tips and tricks to ensure a successful restructure process

Intended Audience

Employment lawyers, in-house legal counsel, general practitioners, HR professionals.