HR Training
Managing Restructures & Redundancies
A restructuring or redundancy process is one of the more challenging tasks managers may be involved in. Managing the sensitive people issues that stem from such a process, as well as the legal complexities – not to mention their own emotions – can make these exercises daunting.
Our Managing Restructures & Redundancies training course will equip managers with the skills and confidence that they need to face the task head on.
Who should attend?
This practical course is suitable for anyone who will have a role in managing a restructuring or redundancy process. Both new managers and experienced managers who would appreciate a refresher will find the course useful.
Who will deliver the training?
Our management training is delivered by highly experienced and qualified HR practitioners with genuine ‘hands-on’ practical experience of supporting employers all over the UK with their HR requirements.
What are the benefits?
By attending this course, delegates will:
Become better equipped to manage the human aspect of redundancy and restructuring exercises.
Develop their knowledge of the legal risks associated with redundancy and restructuring exercises in order to ensure fairness and minimise exposure to claims.
Understand the different stages of the process and the different considerations at each stage.
Course content
Why redundancies might be made, and when they might be possible
The legal risks associated with making redundancies – unfair dismissal claims, protective award claims, and discrimination claims
The components of a fair redundancy dismissal, with reference to case law
Are you in a genuine redundancy situation?
Consultation
Pools for selection
Selection criteria
Suitable alternative employment
Dismissal procedure
The principles associated with carrying out a restructure where roles are changing
What’s involved in collective consultation and the risks of getting it wrong
How redundancy payments are structured
Managing sensitive people issues which can occur along the way
Course duration and timings
This half-day course is available for up to 12 delegates and can be delivered in-person or virtually, depending on your needs.
Timing and location can be arranged to suit your preferences.
Flexible programmes designed around your organisation
Our expert practitioners work closely with you to design programmes that reflect your organisation’s challenges, culture and priorities. Whether you are developing new managers, strengthening leadership capability or addressing specific people risks, we create learning that delivers practical results.
Every programme we deliver is built on the same core principles:
Current and relevant
Our content is continually updated to reflect the latest employment law developments, leadership thinking and workplace best practice. Your people learn what matters now - not outdated theory.
Engaging and interactive
We use proven learning techniques, real-world scenarios and practical application to ensure learning sticks. Sessions are participative, thought-provoking and designed to drive lasting behavioural change.
Outcome focused
Every programme is aligned to your business priorities and built to deliver clear, measurable results. From improved manager confidence to reduced risk and stronger performance, we focus on real impact.
WorkNest helps develop new managers, address complex people challenges and build a stronger leadership pipeline.
What our clients say
Whatever your size or sector, we design solutions that fit your needs. From growing SMEs to national organisations, we help teams build capability, strengthen leadership, and stay compliant.
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