Navigating Company Restructure & Redundancies
We often get questions on how to manage company restructuring and redundant employees for Kiwi businesses. There are particular rules, processes, and timelines that need to be closely followed to avoid a personal grievance claim from a disgruntled employee. Consulting HQ is here to help you navigate this process in New Zealand.
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How We Can Help
Navigating the complexities of business restructuring and making staff redundant demands expert guidance and meticulous planning. Our adept team of HR consultants is at your service, providing personalized assistance to ensure your business adheres to legal frameworks while undergoing changes. With a core focus on human resources risk management, we offer comprehensive support throughout the process.
Restructuring Your Business
Restructuring your company requires a valid business-based reason and a
well-defined plan. Our consultants offer comprehensive assistance
throughout the restructuring process:
- 1. Preparation Phase:
- ○ Develop a valid business-based reason and a restructuring plan.
- ○ Create a compelling business case for the restructuring.
- 2. Organisational Design:
- ○ Design a proposed organisational chart with potential changes.
- ○ Evaluate roles and functions, including merging or creating new roles.
- 3. Documentation and Communication:
- ○ Establish effective selection criteria for new roles.
- ○ Assist in writing consultation documents.
- ○ Guide presentation, communication, and feedback processes with your team.
- 4. Finalisation and Motivation:
- ○ Prepare decision documentation for finalising changes.
- ○ Minimise emotional factors by using external consultants.
- ○ Collaborate on motivating the new team to maintain morale, productivity, and customer service.
How to Manage Redundancies
When faced with the need to manage employee redundancies, it’s important to understand that the process varies based on different circumstances, such as performance, behaviour, misconduct, or restructuring.
ConsultingHQ is here to help guide you through this process in the correct manner. If the process isn’t carried out correctly, fairly, or reasonably, the employee can make a personal grievance claim. Read more about employee dismissal.
“ConsultingHQ audited the management structure for our
company which was undergoing a period of growth. During the
review, we identified a manager that was not in the appropriate role. ConsultingHQ worked with them to assist with aspects of their responsibilities in a very structured and effective manner. When the manager decided to move on, the transition was managed in a mutually beneficial way.
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Biomarine LTD
Find out how we can help you: simply send us your details, and you’ll hear from one of our friendly HR advisors within 1 to 2 business days.
