ABOUT KerrI thomas - employment relations consultant
I am an employment relations consultant who deals with issues within the workplace regarding employment law, such as personal grievances. I am based in Wanganui, but clients are welcome from elsewhere as, apart from mediation, most disputes or drawing up of contracts can be handled via phone and e-mail. Whether hired by the employer, or the employee, I will do my best for the client and will not hesitate to say if they have the wrong understanding of employment law. In my opinion, correct information enables better decisions to be made about how to proceed with an employment issue.
Written employment contracts have been required by law since July 2011. Properly drawn up, they are a powerful tool in avoiding misunderstandings that can lead to breakdowns in working relationships. Further to that, a good contract contains signposts for both parties to follow if something goes wrong between them.
A Code of Conduct is strongly recommended with every contract so that future employees know from the outset what constitutes bad and unacceptable behaviour, and what will happen if there is a breach. However, if a disciplinary issue does arise, it can be managed by good communication. Well written letters or memos are additional tools in keeping a workplace running smoothly.
I am experienced in dealing with all facets of the working relationship, from the pre-employment offer of a contract to conducting a termination that adheres to the provisions of the Employment Relations Act 2000.
Please see the Q & A page for my rates and qualifications
Written employment contracts have been required by law since July 2011. Properly drawn up, they are a powerful tool in avoiding misunderstandings that can lead to breakdowns in working relationships. Further to that, a good contract contains signposts for both parties to follow if something goes wrong between them.
A Code of Conduct is strongly recommended with every contract so that future employees know from the outset what constitutes bad and unacceptable behaviour, and what will happen if there is a breach. However, if a disciplinary issue does arise, it can be managed by good communication. Well written letters or memos are additional tools in keeping a workplace running smoothly.
I am experienced in dealing with all facets of the working relationship, from the pre-employment offer of a contract to conducting a termination that adheres to the provisions of the Employment Relations Act 2000.
Please see the Q & A page for my rates and qualifications
