Human Resources

HR Policies and Employment Law Essentials

HR policies must comply with employment law while supporting fair and consistent people management. This course covers the essentials of employment law and policy writing: contracts, working time, leave, discrimination, discipline and termination, data privacy, and how to draft, communicate and review HR policies.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Inconsistent or outdated policies expose organisations to legal claims. You will learn to build a clear, compliant policy framework.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Legal principle briefings, policy drafting exercises, case studies of employment disputes and review clinics.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Explain key employment law principles
Draft clear and compliant HR policies
Manage contracts and changes to terms
Apply policies on leave, working time and conduct
Handle termination lawfully and fairly
Review and update policies regularly

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

HR officers and managers
HR generalists
Line managers with HR responsibilities
Legal and compliance staff
Business owners

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Legal awareness
Policy drafting
Contract management
Fair process
Compliance review

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Employment Law Basics

09:00–10:08Sources of employment law
10:08–11:00Employee rights
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Employee rights (continued)
11:45–12:53Employer obligations
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Contracts and Terms

09:00–10:08Employment contracts
10:08–11:00Changing terms
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Changing terms (continued)
11:45–12:53Probation
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 3Key Policies

09:00–10:08Leave and working time
10:08–11:00Conduct and discipline
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Conduct and discipline (continued)
11:45–12:53Equality and harassment
12:53–14:00Drafting workshop

Day 4Termination

09:00–10:08Fair reasons
10:08–11:00Process
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Process (continued)
11:45–12:53Settlement
12:53–14:00Simulation

Day 5Policy Framework

09:00–10:08Policy structure
10:08–11:00Communication
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Communication (continued)
11:45–12:53Review cycle
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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