An employee who spread 16 weeks of maternity leave pay over 32 weeks has failed to convince a court that the extra 16 weeks should also count towards her service. Also in this article: recent dismissal rulings; Australia and New Zealand's best employers; and why gig workers have better mental health than the rest of the working population. » more »
Qantas is again Australia's most attractive employer, according to this year's Randstad Employer Brand Research awards. » more »
Large employer brands are getting bogged down in complexity and outdated objectives, with HR teams finding it difficult to 'refresh' their image, a specialist says. » more »
Including social media storytelling in its graduate recruitment marketing campaign has led to a 50 per cent boost in applications for the Australian arm of a global employer, according to the head of its people team. » more »
Inspiring, passionate and engaged leadership is the top driver for HR professionals making career moves, an industry recruiter reveals. » more »
HR professionals are overestimating how effectively they convey an organisation's culture to candidates, relying too much on job descriptions and not enough on interviews, says Microsoft's global talent acquisition leader. » more »
Large employers should be increasingly concerned with how their brands compare to the energetic image of start-ups, a branding specialist says. » more »
Telstra is ramping up its EVP messaging to attract specialist tech talent, amid challenges associated with its high-profile restructure, and growing competition from start-ups. » more »
Mandated flexible work practices, sabbatical opportunities and a comprehensive wellness program have helped Hilton boost its status as an employer of choice. » more »
Collaboration between HR and marketing teams has helped an employer attract new talent and keep engagement high during a period of rapid growth, according to its people director. » more »
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