Legal
![What is unfair dismissal – and what isn’t?](https://www.seek.com.au/employer/hiring-advice/web_images/blogs/232/5942/what_is_and_isnt_unfair_dismissal_600x468.jpg)
What is unfair dismissal – and what isn’t?
What does 'unfair' actually mean when it comes to dismissal? We look at...
Legal
3 min read
![Legal pitfalls to avoid in the hiring process](https://www.seek.com.au/employer/hiring-advice/web_images/blogs/232/5902/legal_pitfalls_to_avoid_in_the_hiring_process_600x468.jpg)
Legal pitfalls to avoid in the hiring process
Hiring a new employee? Here’s what to steer clear of to prevent legal issues from arising.
Legal
5 min read
![Is it illegal to give a bad reference?](https://www.seek.com.au/employer/hiring-advice/web_images/blogs/232/5822/Is_it_illegal_to_give_a_bad_reference_600x468.jpg)
Is it illegal to give a bad reference?
Legal
3 min read
![Everything you need to know about giving a formal warning](https://www.seek.com.au/employer/hiring-advice/web_images/blogs/232/5705/formal_written_warnings_the_dos_and_donts_600x468.jpg)
Everything you need to know about giving a formal warning
No-one enjoys issuing a written warning—but there are times when it’s a necessary step. Here’s...
Legal
3 min read
![Flexible working: what employers need to know](https://www.seek.com.au/employer/hiring-advice/web_images/blogs/232/5701/flexible_work_requests_600x468.jpg)
Flexible working: what employers need to know
More and more employees want flexible working. Find out your rights, responsibilities, and how to make flexibility...
Workplace flexibility
4 min read
![8 smart hacks for businesses at tax time](https://www.seek.com.au/employer/hiring-advice/web_images/blogs/232/5631/smart_things_businesses_do_come_tax_time_600x468.jpg)
8 smart hacks for businesses at tax time
With EOFY approaching, we ask experts to name the top hacks that can save business owners money and time.
Legal
3 min read
![Internships: How to hire within the law](https://www.seek.com.au/employer/hiring-advice/web_images/blogs/232/4495/april2018_internships_how_to_hire_within_the_law_300x234_dfrd.jpg)
Internships: How to hire within the law
Find out what you need to know to ensure you engage interns within the bounds of the law.
Legal
3 min read
![A simple guide to parental leave in Australia](https://www.seek.com.au/employer/hiring-advice/web_images/blogs/232/4504/Mar2018_Parental_leave-What-employers-need-to-know300x234.jpg)
A simple guide to parental leave in Australia
Find out what employers need to know about parental leave, and how to implement best practice leave initiatives.
Legal
2 min read
![Hiring employees versus contractors: What you need to know](https://www.seek.com.au/employer/hiring-advice/web_images/blogs/232/4519/jan2018_hiring_employees_versus_contractors_300x234_dfrd.jpg)
Hiring employees versus contractors: What you need to know
What are the key differences between these types of engagement, and what do employers need to know? We...
Legal
2 min read