Dismissal is one of the highest risk areas of HR.
Many dismissal situations go wrong resulting in complaints to the Employment and Equality Tribunal. Most H.R. professionals will tell you this is because due process wasn’t followed. This is partly true. However, our commercial experience tells us the real reason is human emotion.
Common problems we see
“You’re fired” Instant dismissal coming from anger
This happens. You are not the first and you won’t be the last. If this is your situation, get in touch. We will jump straight in and give you the support needed.
Delaying a needed dismissal
Dismissing a member of staff is never pleasant and it is natural to put-off a task that you don’t want to face. Bringing in a neutral party helps keep things calm and progressing in the right direction. The needed actions will be completed quickly and fairly. We have worked with many clients to manage the process on their behalf.
Unsure how to action a dismissal
Most dismissals sit within a disciplinary process. We can guide you through so everything aligns properly.
Dismissal has gone wrong and a complaint has been made
We have established relationships with the Isle of Man’s leading employment and dispute resolution lawyers. If legal advice is needed, we can make a recommendation and work with your chosen firm to bring the issue to conclusion.
How we help
We can manage your dismissals fairly, confidently and without unnecessary risk.
Checklist
- Follow a fair and structured process
- Assess evidence and risk
- Make balanced, defensible decisions
- Ensure the necessary documentation is in place
- Support to manage communications with your other employees