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Hiring and managing staff
Recruiting staff is a massive step in the life of any start-up and for a small business, hiring employees is not only a legal minefield but a massive financial burden. For expert advice on how to hire staff, take a look at our articles on writing a job advert, interviewing and the staff induction process.
Recruiting
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Taking on interns: What you need to know
March 27, 2025 | 4 min read
Probation periods: essential guide for hiring managers
March 27, 2025 | 11 min read
How to run an employee induction
March 27, 2025 | 6 min read
Hiring right: the key to a successful workforce
March 27, 2025 | 9 min read
Pensions & Auto Enrolment
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Small business pensions
March 26, 2025 | 9 min read
Setting up a company pension scheme
March 26, 2025 | 2 min read
How to plan your pension: A guide for small business owners
March 26, 2025 | 4 min read
What is auto enrolment?
March 26, 2025 | 9 min read
People management
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Digital Nomad visas: 60 countries offering visa schemes to UK workers
April 11, 2025 | 36 min read
Entrepreneurs and mental health
March 31, 2025 | 11 min read
Company director responsibilities explained
March 28, 2025 | 9 min read
Four day work week trials: who has given up already?
March 27, 2025 | 4 min read
Employment law and regulations
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Paternity leave and Statutory Paternity Pay – employer obligations
May 31, 2025 | 12 min read
Statutory maternity pay – employee rights and employer obligations
March 31, 2025 | 13 min read
Which countries in Europe have the best sick leave?
January 1, 2025 | 4 min read
The 10 best UK employers for generous paternity leave
December 24, 2024 | 5 min read
Payroll
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Payroll service prices: how much does outsourcing your payroll cost?
May 15, 2025 | 7 min read
A guide to payroll: how to pay your employees right
May 13, 2025 | 9 min read
The gender pay gap: state of UK business in 2025
April 29, 2025 | 7 min read
7 best payroll service providers for 2025
April 23, 2025 | 15 min read
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