HR how-to guides
Welcome to Brightmine’s How-To Guides—your trusted source for practical HR support designed for UK organisations.
Whether you’re navigating employment law, updating HR policies, or managing workplace change, our expert-led guides offer clear, actionable steps to help you stay compliant and confident.
With ready-to-use templates and insights aligned to UK regulations, these resources empower HR professionals to make informed decisions and drive positive outcomes across their teams.
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Helping managers handle difficult pay conversations with confidence
Employees want clear explanations on pay, progression and fairness, while pay transparency is increasing expectations of managers. This guide shows how to equip managers with the skills, evidence and guidance needed to explain pay decisions with confidence.
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Succession planning: A step-by-step process
This guide explores how to implement a structured succession planning process, including identifying key roles, assessing talent and …
Alcohol and drug testing policy
This policy sets out an organisation’s approach to alcohol and drug testing, including when testing may be carried …
How to manage requests under the right to make a request in relation to study or training
Employees have a statutory right to request time off for study or training, and employers must follow a …
How to manage homeworkers
Managing homeworkers requires clear agreements, consistent communication and careful attention to wellbeing, health and safety and data protection. …
How to manage garden leave
Garden leave allows an employer to require an employee to stay away from work during their notice period …
How to manage and conduct return-to-work interviews
Return-to-work interviews are a key tool in effective sickness absence management. This guide explains how to plan, conduct …
How to make a payment in lieu of notice
A payment in lieu of notice allows an employer to terminate employment immediately by paying notice pay instead …
Onboarding: What should you cover?
A practical guide to onboarding, setting out the key elements employers should cover to help new starters settle …
How to write and amend an employee handbook
Discover how to create and amend an employee handbook that supports compliance, reduces risk, and aligns with workplace …
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