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In business it’s all about productivity. You know that your business’s success largely depends on the performance of your employees.
In Video: Equality Commission event in Belfast
The Equality Commission for NI and Employers for Disability NI have come together to organise a half day seminar at Malone House, Belfast, to mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
Me&MyJob: It’s still good to talk in this profession
Head of corporate responsibility for BT in Ireland
Me&MyJob: Banking on charity's future
Jobfinder talks to Suzy McIlveen about her work with Marie Curie Cancer Care, using her financial background to raise money to help people through some of the most challenging situations in life
Volunteer now and prepare employees for retirement
As part of the European Year of Active Ageing, Volunteer Now is calling on all employers across Northern Ireland to attend a breakfast briefing to find out how signing up their employees aged 50 plus to volunteer can have a positive impact on the lives of their staff after they retire.
Me&MyJob: Inspired by passion for healthy foods
Jane McClenaghan, Nutritional coach at Vital Nutrition which she established in 2001
Me&MyJob: I love teaching people to act up
Philip Crawford, Creative learning coordinator, Lyric Theatre Belfast
Me&MyJob: Open mindedness is key in this field
Sharon Magorrian, team leader for the Simon Community Northern Ireland freephone helpline
Me&MyJob: Working to save lives and educate
Naomi Thompson, Senior cancer prevention officer at the Ulster Cancer Foundation
Me&MyJob: Helping people look after their pennies
Caroline Mooney, Consumer Affairs Officer - Consumer Council
Me&MyJob: Going for gold with top apprenticeship
Jack Gilis, Greiner Gold Apprentice
Me&MyJob: ‘Housing the elderly is my biggest reward’
Geraldine Gilpin, Chief Executive, Abbeyfield Uk (NI)
Me&MyJob: ‘Bringing MAC to life has been rewarding’
Aine McVerry, Director of marketing and communications at the Mac, Belfast
Employment Contracts
A contract of employment is an agreement between an employer and employee which sets out the rights and responsibilities required for the job.
Me&MyJob: Deli-ghted with a career in hospitality
Claire Carson, Deli Manager, Centra Ballymoney
Me&MyJob: ‘9-5? Impossible! The media never stops’
Wendy McKnight, Media Director, Genesis Advertising
Pre-employment checks
As an employer, you may have to carry out certain pre-employment checks before making an unconditional job offer to a potential new employee.
Me&MyJob: Taking a Leap into the activity business
Benny O'Hanlon, Managinf Director, Todds Leap activity centre
Looking for a new Job: References
Most potential employers will ask you to provide references when they are considering hiring you, so if you are looking for a new job, you should be prepared to provide a list of references or referees who can confirm that you have the necessary skills and qualifications for the job in question.
Sunday Working
Rules about Sunday working depends on the individual wording of an employee’s contract or written statements of terms and conditions. Employees should check whether they have to work on Sundays, or if they may have to work on Sundays if asked by their employer.
Latest Business News
Pub gloom deepens as Belfast nightclub put on market for just £300,000 new
A well-known Belfast nightspot has gone on the market with a price tag of £300,000.
Ryanair tells pilots that passenger safety fears letter is ‘gross misconduct’ new
Budget airline Ryanair pilots have been told not to sign a letter to airline regulators expressing concern that the airline’s employment practices could jeopardise passenger safety.
Look to emerging markets: RICS chief
NORTHERN Ireland's construction firms should continue to look to emerging markets for opportunities, the head of a professional organisation said.
Thomas Cook in debt cutting move
THOMAS Cook took another step towards calmer waters be announcing a £425m fundraising with shareholders in a bid to cut debt.
Coach tour firm destined for growth with air travel bid
A local independent specialist tour operator has launched a new dedicated air holiday division.
A change of place but not of pace at Balmoral Show
Not actually Balmoral in Belfast – that's the smell of leafy streets and manicured lawns – but the new, vast Maze site where the show of the same name was in full swing.
Business Galleries
Belfast Telegraph Business Awards 2013
