Employment matters: Five employment law risks to watch out for

The constantly evolving sphere of employment law means you have to tread carefully

Employment law is constantly evolving and employers have to tread carefully to protect their businesses from potential risks. Here are five common issues to watch out for.

1. Employment contracts

Employment contracts need to be regularly updated, in particular following a promotion or a change of role. Contracts should comply with statutory requirements and protect the employer’s commercial interests. For senior employees, the employment contract should have detailed clauses to protect the employer’s ...