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Tag - Employment Law
Finding and recruiting top talent should be a priority for all retailers. Here are some helpful recruitment and interview tips.
While Australia and New Zealand share close business ties, employment law in New Zealand has its own requirements, particularly when it comes to process...
17 April 2025. Our latest survey shows retailers views on Easter trading restrictions, proposed changes to the Holidays Act, as well as updated stats on...
With summer holidays upon us, you may be hiring school age employees to work for you. Be sure you adhere to the special restrictions for school age employees.
The law requires employers to provide reasonable compensation for employees' availability to work additional hours on an 'on call' basis, with strict criteria...
Specialists in corporate, commercial, property, dispute resolution and employment law, see how Ford Sumner Lawyers can support Retail NZ members.
4 December 2024. Retail sector employers will be generally supportive of proposed changes around the personal grievance system, Retail NZ says.
A probationary period can be included in an employment agreement as a way to assess if an employee is right for the role.
Learn about personal grievances, which scenarios can an employee take this legal action against their employer, and what steps to follow.






