Helping your people thrive: Performance management and probationary periods in the new employment landscape
With the qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims reducing from two years to six months (less one week) from 1 January 2027, employers will need to identify and address performance concerns much earlier than before.
Effective performance management helps employees succeed, improves engagement and productivity, and creates a culture where people can perform at their best.
In our latest free seminar on Thursday 24th September, the Employment Team at Hay & Kilner will demonstrate through our practical and interactive role-plays:
- Why effective performance management benefits both your people and your organisation
- How the Employment Rights Act makes probationary periods more important than ever
- Practical strategies to support employees to improve and succeed
- Common probationary pitfalls and how to avoid them.
- How effective performance management can reduce the risk of Employment Tribunal claims
The details
Topic: Helping your people thrive: Performance management and probationary periods in the new employment landscape
Date: Thursday 24th September 2026
Timings:
8.15am: Arrival & refreshments
8.45am: Seminar
10.00am: Close
Where: Hay & Kilner, The Lumen, St James' Boulevard, Newcastle Helix, NE4 5BZ
Cost: Free to attend
Register: To book your place, please click here or email renee.lopez@hay-kilner.co.uk
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