Essential employment law training to help managers navigate the Employment Rights Act 2025 and high-risk workplace issues.

Managers' Essential Employment Law Course

Managing people has never been more challenging. With the Employment Rights Act 2025 introducing significant changes to workplace rights and employer obligations, it is more important than ever that managers and leaders understand the legal framework in which they operate.

Developed by specialist employment lawyers, this practical and highly interactive course is designed to equip managers, supervisors, and business leaders with the confidence and knowledge to handle employment issues effectively, minimise legal risk, and make informed decisions throughout the employment lifecycle.

Covering everything from recruitment through to termination of employment, the training focuses on real-life workplace situations, helping delegates understand not only what the law says, but how to apply it in practice.

What you'll gain

By attending this course, delegates will:

Gain essential knowledge through the use of practical scenarios and interactive exercises

Develop their ability to identify employment law risks in day-to-day management

Acquire skills to handle a range of employment situations with increased confidence

Get up to speed on the Employment Rights Act 2025 latest developments

Consolidate understanding through Q&A’s and sharing ideas and experiences with other delegates

Course Format

This comprehensive introduction to employment law is delivered through a series of bite-sized modules designed to maximise engagement and practical learning.

The course includes:

Interactive workshops and case studies

Expert guidance from specialist employment lawyers

Comprehensive course materials

Certificate of completion

Refreshments and lunch

Course Content

Recruitment and Employment Documentation

Recruitment processes and job offers

Employment contracts

Policies and employee handbooks

Equality and Discrimination

Protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010

Direct and indirect discrimination

Defences and justification

Employer and employee liability

The duty to prevent harassment

Harassment and Bullying

Harassment claims under the Equality Act 2010

Workplace bullying and inappropriate conduct

Potential civil and criminal liabilities

Compensation

Whistleblowing

What constitutes whistleblowing

Employer responsibilities

Managing disclosures appropriately

Potential liabilities and claims

Unfair Dismissal

Key principles of unfair dismissal

Avoiding common pitfalls

The ACAS Code of Practice

Qualifying service and probationary periods

Performance, Conduct and Disciplinary Issues

Setting expectations and standards

Managing performance concerns

Conduct investigations and disciplinary procedures

Difficult and complex disciplinary situations

Absence Management and Mental Health

Managing sickness absence fairly

Return-to-work processes

Obtaining and using medical evidence

Reasonable adjustments and disability considerations

Grievances

Informal and formal grievance procedures

Workplace investigations

Hearings and appeals

Managing difficult grievances

Ending the Employment Relationship

Protected conversations

"Without prejudice" discussions

Settlement agreements

What Previous Delegates Say

"Torque Law's no-nonsense approach to training builds confidence and has given our team the tools they need to manage the day-to-day challenges in this ever-changing field."

- Managing Director

"Exceptional training on employment law delivered to our managers. The case study was highly relevant and provided practical insights directly applicable to our workplace. Feedback from attendees has been overwhelmingly positive."

- Director of People and Culture

Booking Information

£450 + VAT per person

To reserve a place on our next available course, or to discuss delivering this training in-house for your organisation, please contact our team:

📧 info@torquelaw.co.uk

Invest in your managers' confidence, strengthen your organisation's compliance, and equip your team with the skills needed to navigate today's employment law challenges.

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