SIMPLIFY EMPLOYER COMPLIANCE NOW AND PROTECT YOUR GROWING BUSINESS

As an early-stage or emerging company, time and cost pressures are often part of the journey. Despite these challenges, B P Collins’ employment team advises that investing in solid employment practices from day one is essential.

Compliance with employment legislation not only fosters a positive and productive workplace culture, but it also reduces the risk of costly legal disputes and enhances your company’s appeal during due diligence for future investment.

Your people are a key consideration at this stage in the development of your growing business and becoming an employer who can attract the right people, nurture talent and retain expertise will be fundamental to your success.

What does a growing business need to be an attractive and legally compliant employer?

B P Collins has created a ten point checklist to see if you need to rethink your approach to employment.

1. Are your employment contracts robust and secure?

2. Have you got appropriate employment policies and procedures that will help to avoid uncertainty?

3. Have you got safeguards in place to prevent former employees from leaking company information to competitors or taking your clients?

4. If you need outside help and expertise to grow – do you have agreements in place with external contractors and non-exec directors?

5. Is your business fit for purpose - has it got the right employment structure to cope with growth?

6. Are you up to speed on the latest employment legislation?

7. Are you aware of your health and safety obligations? If not, specialist advice should be sought.

8. Do you have a data protection policy in place for your employees?

9. Have you conducted Right to Work checks?

10. Are you up to speed with your obligation around paying your employees and pension auto-enrolment?

If you’ve answered no to any of these questions, you could be at risk of legal disputes in the future.

What can B P Collins’ employment team offer your growing business?

To support your business from the outset, B P Collins LLP offers a straightforward solution - a basic employment contract template for both senior and junior employees, available for a fixed fee. This can be the perfect starting point as you build your team.

We’re also happy to discuss your specific business needs around recruitment, employment policies or training, and identify any areas where more tailored agreements may be required. We can also introduce you to accountants or health and safety advisers if required.

With B P Collins’ expertise, you can confidently manage your workforce, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance, allowing you to focus on what matters most - growing your business. You