Don’t let workplace bullies get the better of you!
Workplace bullying can have an adverse effect, both for those who suffer from it and for the employers who experience disrupted workplaces. It is difficult to assess the prevalence of bullying in the workplace, but the Labour Relations Agency deals with over 1,000 enquiries on workplace bullying each year, and it could be assumed that...
All work no rest? Ensure you get a break!
Rest breaks are an important area of employment rights; to ensure both the welfare of workers and the maintenance of workplace productivity. Following a 2006 case in the European Court of Justice, it has been established that employers must establish in an active fashion that workers can take advantage of their right to rest breaks....
Under 18? Know your working rights!
With many young people having part-time work over the summer holidays or during their studies, it is important to consider their rights. The legislation which establishes the law for children and young people in this area is the Employment of Children Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1996. A child is defined as someone under the minimum school...
Graduates making a mark at First Derivatives
Newry financial markets firm First Derivatives said it is experiencing the highest employment growth since it was established 15 years ago. The company, which is listed on the AIM, said it wanted to hear from Northern Ireland’s “top graduates” as it continues to grow. Chief operating officer Adrian Toner said 114 out of 359 new...
Employment opportunities on offer to top achievers at Queen’s
High achievers at Queen’s University are to be offered support and job opportunities through a partnership with a UK pensions and benefits specialist. Xafinity Consultancy, which specialises in pensions and employee benefits, has announced a five-year partnership with Queen’s University. It hopes the initiative will encourage the development of high quality jobs in actuary and...
Interns in the workplace
In today’s competitive labour market, many young people seeking experience to boost their CVs (and others seeking a new career path) choose to undertake internships. These can be valuable for employers as well, who can improve recruitment processes by selecting from interns who have proven their talents. However, given recent debates in the media, it...
Sandra Weir
Role: Regional Buying Manager, Fresh Foods Company: Tesco Track Record: What does your job entail? I’m a regional buying manager for fresh foods for Tesco in Northern Ireland. A key part of my typical day is meeting suppliers, of which we have over 90 locally.With existing suppliers, we might discuss their proposals for products, prices,...
Joan McGovern
Role: Manager Company: Barnardo’s Track Record: ME AND MY JOB JOAN MCGOVERN, MANAGER, BARNARDO’S TUAR CEATHA FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICE FOR BLACK, ETHNIC, MINORITY, REFUGEE AND ASYLUM SEEKING FAMILIES ‘The biggest reward for my work is knowing we have made a difference to the lives of children and families,’ says Joan. What does your job entail?...
Emma Armer
PR & Communications Officer Henderson Group Role: Emma is responsible for analysing communication requirements. Track Record: Emma is responsible for analysing communication requirements.
Paul Longstaff
Supply chain optimisation manager Moy Park Role: Paul will be based at the Craigavon site and brings over 17 years of supply chain experience to his new role Track Record: Paul will be based at the Craigavon site and brings over 17 years of supply chain experience to his new role