As global employment markets open up, the composition of the UK workforce is changing rapidly.
Developments in immigration legislation have placed further duties on employers when recruiting, to satisfy themselves that their employees have the right to work within the UK. Non-compliance can result in both criminal and civil penalties.
With more stringent requirements than ever before, it is vital that employers and HR professionals have the correct procedures in place when recruiting and employing migrant workers.
Hill Dickinson can provide expert advice and support with:
- Auditing existing recruitment practices and procedures
- Implementing effective and compliant recruitment procedures
- Employee screening
- Processing, checking and retention of documentation
- Data protection compliance
- Sponsoring and licensing issues
- Training for management and HR professionals involved in the recruitment process
