▪ HR strategy:

A recent consultancy report found that "firms with a written HR strategy generated 35% higher revenues per employees than those without one".  We can help companies with their HR strategies to ensure that they have the culture, resources and capabilities to maximise their potential.

▪ Auditing of HR policies and procedures:

In recent years there has been a number of changes to employment law and if you haven't reviewed your policies and procedures recently you could be breaking the law.  We will help review your existing policies and procedures to ensure that they are complying to the law. 

▪ Development of HR policies and procedures:

Once the policies and procedures are up to date, we can then  update them as soon as legislation changes.  The policies can be bought as a template for companies to update themselves or we can tailor them to the culture and structure of your company. 

▪ HR advice service:

There has been a big increase in the number of employees taking their employers to Employment Tribunal during the past three years.  The Acas annual report for 2008/09 shows a 22% increase in the number of unfair dismissal cases brought to employment tribunals, Prevention is always better than cure and to ensure that companies follow legislation and policy. We are able to provide companies with an advice service on an helpdesk or retained service approach.  The advice to managers is practical and templates can be provided to ensure consistency and support.  We can also help you design, implement and analyse Staff Satisfaction Surveys to help you understand any issues your staff may have. 

▪ Performance management:

Whether the performance of staff is linked to pay or not it is important to review and give feedback on the performance of staff.  We am able to set up appraisal and review systems linked to salary progression, bonuses, development or succession planning.  We can train staff and managers on the setting of objectives and ensuring that they are linked to the business plans of the company.  The performance can then be managed and measured so staff are aware of their contribution towards the success of the business.

▪ Disciplinary and grievance:

It is paramount that policies and procedures are followed to ensure a fair and consistent process but some managers still need advice on how to use the policies and the investigations.  Some companies prefer to have certain investigations carried out by external parties to ensure an full and fair investigation.  We are  able to provide advice and resource if required.

▪ Recruitment and selection:

The recruitment of staff is a expensive process, especially if it is unsuccessful or you appoint the wrong person.  It is important to have a resource plan so a company knows the numbers of staff needed and the skills and experience required to fulfil current and future demands of the business.  We can ensure that you are recruiting the right person at the right time for the business.  The selection process needs to ensure that you are right about your choice, the probability of doing so can be increased with the right selection process. 

▪ Pay Benchmarking and Grading Structure Review:

If you are considering undertaking a pay review of your organisation, then EMDS HR consultancy can help you. Following a series of visits to your firm, we will undertake a full review of your current pay and salary rates. We will then create a proposal for the implementation of a grading structure for all your staff members. This gives you the peace of mind that your salary structure is up-to-date and in line with the latest best practice. What's more, your staff will be consulted through out, leaving you safe in the knowledge that they will remain loyal and comfortable throughout the duration of the review process.  Your salary expense is the biggest expense on your company's balance sheet. And compensation systems are often the most important tool you have for attracting, hiring, retaining and rewarding motivated employees. We will help take the guesswork out of employee compensation by creating and implementing compensation systems customized for both your geographic location and industry.

▪ Redundancy:

Redundancy is a potentially fair reason for dismissing your employee. Redundancy procedure and requirements is complex and full of pitfalls. We recommend that you contact us to discuss your situation if you are uncertain. We can provide hands-on support through the whole process.