Keeping pace with rapid and wide-ranging changes in employment law has never been more critical—or more challenging. With significant reforms being introduced through the Employment Rights Act, including changes to unfair dismissal, the introduction of day one rights, and new obligations around contracts and working practices, organisations must act now to stay compliant and protect themselves from rising legal and financial risk. This timely conference brings together leading experts to provide clear, practical guidance on what’s changing, what it means for your organisation, and how to respond with confidence.
Through a combination of expert-led sessions and interactive discussions, you will gain the insight and tools needed to translate the provisions of the Employment Rights Act into effective action. Learn how to strengthen your policies, equip your managers, and prepare for increased enforcement, while also looking ahead to further reforms in areas such as industrial relations, equality law, and TUPE. Whether you are refining existing processes or planning wider organisational change, this event will ensure you leave with a clear, actionable roadmap for compliance and best practice.
Who should attend?
This conference is ideal for those responsible for workforce strategy, employee relations, and legal compliance, including:
HR Directors, Heads of HR and HR Managers
HR Business Partners and Employee Relations specialists
In-house Legal and Governance professionals
Compliance, Risk and Audit leads
Senior managers with responsibility for people and organisational change
This conference will enable you to:
Understand the latest and forthcoming changes to employment law and what they mean in practice for your organisation
Reduce legal and financial risk by applying updated approaches to unfair dismissal, contracts, and working practices
Implement day one employment rights effectively, including SSP, flexible working, and family leave entitlements
Strengthen your HR policies and procedures to align with emerging legal requirements and close compliance gaps
Navigate complex employment scenarios with confidence, including “fire and rehire”, zero-hours arrangements, and dismissal processes
Prepare for increased enforcement activity by the Fair Work Agency, including audits, inspections, and response protocols
Anticipate and respond to changes in industrial relations, including trade union access and collective bargaining developments
Equip managers with the knowledge and tools to handle employee issues fairly, consistently, and lawfully
Translate legal updates into practical action plans, with clear priorities, timelines, and implementation steps
Future-proof your organisation by understanding upcoming reforms in areas such as equality law, TUPE, and pay
This conference is a joint event with KSA
Kate Shepherd Associates is a nationwide consultancy that offers solid advice, expertise and training in HR and employment issues