HR & Employment Law for Start-Ups
A Practical Guide for Founders and New Employers
Starting a business is challenging-but managing your team doesn't have to be a legal minefield.
This book provides founders and new employers with clear, practical guidance on every stage of employment:
Drafting contracts and policies
Complying with pay, leave, and working time regulations
Recruiting, onboarding, and retaining talent
Managing performance, probation, and discipline
Handling terminations and mitigating legal risks
Aligned with the Employment Rights Act 2025, this guide explains day-one rights, probation, and early intervention in plain English, with realistic scenarios for start-ups.
Whether you are hiring your first employee or scaling your team, this book equips you to build a professional, compliant, and motivated workforce-protecting your business while enabling growth.
Build your team safely. Manage your people professionally. Grow your start-up with confidence.
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