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Mollie Eckersley
Associate Director of Operations at BrightHR Australia and New Zealand
Published Articles

HR Outsourcing: Pros, cons, and the best alternatives
Human resources almost always has an air of confusion surrounding it, and for new employers looking to grow their business by hiring staff, the term HR alone may seem alien and irrelevant. The fact of the matter is though, if you’re a growing business with at least one employee, you’ll need HR processes and policies in place to manage your people....

What is a rotating roster?
Rotating rosters are a strategy for boosting efficiency and flexibility across different industries. Like using HR software to streamline people management , rotating rosters help balance staffing needs with demand while giving employees varied work experiences and fair scheduling. Simply put, a rotating roster is a work schedule where your...

Understanding the Right to Disconnect in Australia
Don’t believe that work-life balance impacts your business? It could be the reason you’re losing out on top talent. In January 2024, A Randstad survey reported that 57% of workers surveyed would reject a job offer if it would “negatively affect their work-life balance.” Today’s employees are clearly prioritising their mental wellbeing. With the...

How to track employee work hours accurately
Tracking employee time accurately is an integral part of owning a business. This data ensures that you have an accurate log of employee hours, meaning your records stay compliant, and allowing you to compensate employees correctly for their time. Read on to discover the many benefits of accurate time tracking as well as the significance of...

Breaches in employment contracts
Once an employment contract fulfils the following three elements: An offerAn acceptance of the employment contractConsiderationThey are legally enforceable. So, by signing employment contracts both employers and employees are legally bound. The obligations that contracts outline go both ways to cover the legitimate interests of both parties. In...

How to manage your employees effectively with HR outsourcing services
As a small or medium-sized business owner in Australia, there’s a good chance you need HR support to manage your employees and employment relations responsibilities. The Australian employment relations landscape is complex, and the risks of getting it wrong are high. So, you can’t afford to take compliance for granted. SME owners and employers...
