NZ Employment Law for Trans-Tasman Businesses
If you are an Australian-based HR professional charged with managing or administering a New Zealand workforce, this introductory to the intermediate-level course will prove invaluable. It gives a broad outline of New Zealand employment legislation, enabling you to better navigate its provisions. For deeper knowledge, we recommend EMA’s more detailed courses on human resources and employment relations.
Description
What you'll learn...
Many organisations today work on both sides of the ditch. It can be easy to assume legislative requirements are the same, right up to the point where you are faced with a personal grievance claim. During this informative full-day course you’ll learn the key principles of NZ employment law and your legal obligations as an employer, as well as the fundamental differences to the Australian environment.
You will learn how to apply good faith principles and procedural fairness in an employment relationship to reduce your risk of personal grievance claims in your business.
What's included...
- An overview of key Acts relevant to employment in NZ.
- Practical applications for consultation and other procedural requirements to reduce your risk of personal grievance claims.
- Understanding and applying good faith principles in employment relationships.
After, you’ll be able to...
- Explain the fundamental differences to Australian employment legislation.
- Understand and apply the key principles of NZ employment law, including the Employment Relations Act 2000 and Holidays Act 2003.
- Understand and apply good faith during the dispute resolution process.
- Ensure all employees are paid in accordance with legislative requirements.
Duration: Two half-days
Level: Foundation to Intermediate
Delivery: Virtual
Course Costs:
Member (Standard) $940 + GST
Non-member (Standard) $1,340 + GST