© 2008 Michael A Eccles & Associates

I support DRD Consultants, a business based on the Wilton International chemical complex supplying Process Engineering and EHS consultancy with their Chemical & Process Engineering Recruitment activity.

 

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Job Descriptions, Levels, Structure and relative reward

A growing business identified that the time had come to look more formally at defining job responsibilities and organising a structure and grading system which was fair to all and amenable to expansion over time.  I interviewed all staff, described the roles as currently discharged, proposed changes to job content and structure, devised a grade structure and carried out a simple market assessment of salaries so that competitive rates could be paid.

Performance Review

A client wanted to set up a simple annual performance review system with his staff.  I prepared the documentation including a performance review (appraisal) form and guidance notes for all in how to use it effectively.  I have recently coached people through the first successful use of the approach.

Particulars of Employment

I have prepared the mandatory documents describing “particulars of employment” - the key components of the employment contract for a number of small businesses.

Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures and Advice

I have prepared Disciplinary and Grievance procedures complying with current legislation and ACAS advice. I have advised on appropriate approaches to specific disciplinary matters, balancing business needs with legal compliance and respect for all individuals involved.

Sickness Absence Procedures

I have prepared sickness absence procedures and the associated forms, complying with current the SSP régime.

Staff Handbooks

A charity asked me to review their staff handbook and recruitment policies addressing compliance and best practice. I conducted a thorough review updating policies and, where appropriate, simplifying the language and presentation.

Coaching

Through a short coaching session I provided a business owner with resources to explore business development and take the associated decisions.

I have been an Associate of a company operating on a national basis supporting public and private sector organisations as they approach and manage change. I coached individual clients as they negotiated their way through, and were inspired to influence the change process.

Letters

Have you ever agonised over how to write the words that really matter in a covering letter or application?  I have helped job applicants find words which reflect their skills and meet the needs of the reader.

 

Specialist Interviewing

I support major industrial clients with specialist competency-based (behavioural event) interviewing delivery in their selection processes.

Ad hoc advice

Many of my clients call me to seek immediate advice on HR matters - I am a virtual HR department for them!