Employers & Performance Management
If you are an employer or business operator, performance management should be a continuous process.
Performance management can ensure that employee goals are met and business priorities understood.
Do you have a performance management system?
Employers can set and manage performance goals.
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Learn about managing employee performance
At the outset…
Performance management systems help employers to focus their employees on goals and priorities.
A performance management system can reduce the risks associated with managing underperformance.
Just keep in mind that general information is no substitute for legal advice from a lawyer.
Managing performance risks
>> Create relevant policies and procedures
>> Develop performance criteria
>> Provide employee training and support
>> Manage concerns about performance
>> Create performance improvement plans
Managing employee performance
Performance management ought to be seen as a continuous process, which contributes to the overall effectiveness of a business or organisation. For employers, managing performance can ensure goals are met and priorities understood. For employees, it can mean reaching their potential and advancing in their careers.
Implementing a performance management system can be difficult for employers, and potentially confronting for employees. For this reason, communication is often essential to ensure the formal and informal aspects of performance management processes are understood and communicated, which can be aided by a performance management policy. It can assist to explain the processes for managing performance and how standards are set, as well as outlining how employees will be supported within their roles and also to develop further skills.
When an employer fails to properly manage performance issues, it can be more difficult to satisfy a court or tribunal that disciplinary action was fair, just and reasonable. For this reason, a performance management system will generally have processes for accurate records of employee progress, as well as any attempts to address employee underperformance.
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About Andrew Anderson
Do you need an experienced lawyer to help you to implement a performance management system?
Andrew Anderson guides his clients through challenging, complex and serious problems. He has a proven and successful record.
How this firm can assist you
>> Advise on how to minimise legal risks
>> Draft workplace policies and procedures
>> Assist with performance criteria
>> Guide when addressing underperformance
>> Develop performance improvement plans
Book a consultation to get legal advice
Fixed-price initial consultation
A fixed-price initial consultation is $495 incl. GST for up to one hour, which may be tax deductible (consult your tax advisor).
If you are a business operator and need advice about performance management, book an appointment for an initial consultation with Anderson Legal. You will receive clear and timely advice that allows you to understand the relevant legal issues and make informed choices about your options.
An initial consultation with Anderson Legal is obligation-free, meaning there is no expectation or commitment to additional legal work or costs. As such, following the initial consultation, if you want to engage this firm for further advice or legal representation, you will receive an estimate of costs as far as possible.
Initial consultations are by appointment only, with in-person, video, and phone options possible.
Managing Underperformance
If you have an underperforming employee, it is important to follow proper processes before taking action.
Managing underperformance carries a number of different risks for employers, executives, and managers.
Are you managing an underperforming employee?
You have options when managing underperformance.
What is your aim today?
Learn about managing underperformance
To begin with…
Are you a business operator or manager who has an issue with an underperforming employee?
If you are managing an underperforming employee, it can help to get informed about your options.
While general information may offer a place to begin, it is no substitute for legal advice from a lawyer.
Issues you may encounter
>> Formal vs informal management
>> Undertaking performance reviews
>> Providing feedback on performance
>> Performance improvement plans
>> Disciplinary action underperformance
What are the legal risks when managing underperformance?
Workers who are accused of underperforming can obviously feel upset. For many people, work forms an important part of their identity, beyond a source of financial security. When managing underperformance, it is important to understand the legal risks. For example, there is a risk an employee may accuse an employer or manager of acting unlawfully or unfairly. Alternatively, the employee may raise that a personal issue, such as previously undisclosed ill health, has affected their performance. When managing underperformance, any action or reaction requires careful consideration.
When underperformance issues are mishandled, an employee may bring a claim that can result in compensation or enforceable orders by courts or tribunals. Examples of such actions include:
- bullying claims
- unfair dismissal claims
- general protections claims
- discrimination claims
- breach of contract claims
- enforcement action by a regulator
The legal risks associated with managing underperformance can mean that it may be important to not just get informed about your options to take action, but also to get legal advice.
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About Andrew Anderson
Do you need an experienced lawyer to provide advice on managing employee underperformance?
Andrew Anderson guides his clients through challenging, complex and serious problems. He has a proven and successful record.
How this firm can assist you
>> Advise on how to minimise legal risks
>> Assist with performance criteria
>> Guide when addressing underperformance
>> Develop performance improvement plans
>> Litigate claims before courts and tribunals
Book a consultation to get legal advice
Fixed-price initial consultation
A fixed-price initial consultation is $495 incl. GST for up to one hour, which may be tax deductible (consult your tax advisor).
If you are managing employee underperformance and want legal advice, book an appointment for an initial consultation with Anderson Legal. You will receive clear and timely advice that allows you to understand the relevant legal issues and make informed choices about your options.
An initial consultation with Anderson Legal is obligation-free, meaning there is no expectation or commitment to additional legal work or costs. As such, following the initial consultation, if you want to engage this firm for further advice or legal representation, you will receive an estimate of costs as far as possible.
Initial consultations are by appointment only, with in-person, video, and phone options possible.
Unfair Performance Reviews
If you have received an unfair performance review, it is prudent to urgently consider your options.
If you want to take action over an unfair review, you should get urgent legal advice to protect your interests.
Have you received an unfair performance review?
This firm assists people treated unfairly at work.
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Learn about responding to unfair reviews
A starting point…
Have you received an unfair performance review and wish to consider your options to challenge it?
Before responding to an unfair performance review, it can help to get informed about the potential issues.
Just keep in mind that general information is no substitute for legal advice from a lawyer.
Issues you may encounter
>> Unrealistic performance expectations
>> Inconsistent and unfair feedback
>> Inadequate training and support
>> Lack of reasonable accommodations
>> Failure to follow agreed processes
Understand how this firm can help you
About Andrew Anderson
Do you need an experienced lawyer to help you respond to an unfair performance review?
Andrew Anderson guides his clients through challenging, complex and serious problems. He has a proven and successful record.
How this firm can assist you
>> Advise on how to respond to unfair reviews
>> Negotiate resolutions to disputes
>> Draft complaints on your behalf
>> Prepare claims for courts and tribunals
>> Litigate claims before courts and tribunals
Book a consultation to get legal advice
Fixed-price initial consultation
A fixed-price initial consultation is $495 incl. GST for up to one hour, which may be tax deductible (consult your tax advisor).
If you have received an unfair performance review and need legal advice, book an appointment for an initial consultation with this firm. You will receive clear and timely advice that allows you to understand the relevant legal issues and make informed choices about your options.
An initial consultation with Anderson Legal is obligation-free, meaning there is no expectation or commitment to additional legal work or costs. As such, following the initial consultation, if you want to engage this firm for further advice or legal representation, you will receive an estimate of costs as far as possible.
Initial consultations are by appointment only, with in-person, video, and phone options possible.