Updating Contracts of Employment: Why Regular Reviews Matter

by McKinney HR Team | 9 Sep 2026 | HR Blog

Reviewing employment contracts rarely feels urgent – until suddenly, it is. When you are focused on managing clients, supporting employees, recruiting staff and keeping day-to-day operations running, reviewing contracts can easily move to the bottom of the list....

Managing Performance: Practical Tips for Managers

by McKinney HR Team | 26 Aug 2026 | HR Blog

Managing performance effectively is one of the most important responsibilities of any manager. It’s not simply about addressing concerns when things go wrong. Good performance management is about setting clear expectations, having regular conversations and giving...

Disciplinary & Grievance Essentials: A Manager’s Guide to Getting It Right

by McKinney HR Team | 12 Aug 2026 | HR Blog

Managing disciplinary and grievance issues can be one of the most challenging aspects of leading a team. Whether you’re addressing performance or behaviour concerns, or responding to an employee complaint, following a fair and consistent process is essential....

Managing Sickness Absence: Supporting Employees While Protecting Your Business

by McKinney HR Team | 21 Jul 2026 | HR Blog

Sickness absence remains a significant challenge for employers, with organisations losing an average of 9.4 working days per employee to absence in 2025. While short-term absences are often caused by minor illnesses, stress or mental health concerns, long-term...

The Role of a Neutral Mediator in Resolving Workplace Conflict

by McKinney HR Team | 9 Jul 2026 | HR Blog

Conflict in the workplace can arise for many reasons, including communication breakdowns, personality differences, disagreements over responsibilities, or misunderstandings between colleagues. When left unresolved, these issues can affect morale, productivity, and...

Recruitment, Onboarding & Probation: Building the Foundations for Employee Success

by McKinney HR Team | 29 Jun 2026 | HR Blog

Getting recruitment and onboarding right can have a significant impact on employee retention, engagement and organisational success. From defining the right role and selecting the best candidate to supporting individuals through their first few months, every stage...