Equality, diversity and inclusion
Explore our resources for the latest trends and best practice approaches to equal opportunities, diversity and managing inclusion.
How to support transgender and non-binary people at work, as part of a broader equality, diversity and inclusion policy
Learn about the benefits of having a neuroinclusive and fair organisation and how to support neurodivergent people to be comfortable and successful at work
The CIPD’s Dr Jill Miller and Uptimize’s Ed Thompson explain why workplace EDI must include neuroinclusion - and a dedication to equality of outcomes for all types of thinkers - if organisations are to fulfil their people commitments, attract and retain great talent, and unlock innovation through true diversity of thought
Find out about the importance of neuroinclusive workplaces, what employers are doing and the working experiences of neurodivergent and neurotypical employees
Reward
Explore our resources for the latest trends and best practice approaches to reward.
Introduces the basics of reward, which includes pay and benefits, and outlines the UK legal position
Outlines the purpose of pay structures and progression, including the common ways of structuring pay and determining, reviewing and controlling pay progression
Insight from the CIPD’s survey into factors driving pay decisions in UK workplaces and recommendations for practice
Employers’ reactions to pension proposal highlight concerns over cost, while the CIPD calls for focus on raising pension awareness among staff, the need for higher contributions and better understanding of value for money
Flexible and Hybrid working
All the latest thought leadership and resources to help you improve workforce wellbeing.
Practical guidance for managers on managing flexible working
This guide has been developed for people professionals who want to maximise the benefits of flexible working within their organisations, incorporating flexibility into people plans, strategy, and their employee value proposition.
We outline the key pieces of legislation set to come into force in the UK and explain their implications for employers and employees
We examine people’s desired hours and how this compares to the hours they actually work
Wellbeing
All the latest thought leadership and resources to help you improve workforce wellbeing.
Urgent public policy reform to promote good work and health is needed to tackle long-term sickness absence
Advice on supporting and managing employees with a terminal diagnosis
How can employees build mental resilience to avoid burnout, and what support can employers give?
Good leadership is important for organisational performance and employee outcomes, but what toll does this take on the leader?
Recruitment
Explore the latest trends and resources to help you develop effective recruitment.
Read our latest Labour Market Outlook report for analysis on employers’ recruitment, redundancy and pay intentions this winter
Explore our collection of resources and Q&As covering the recruitment process, from pre-employment checks and case law, to employing overseas workers
Looks at the main stages of the recruitment and resourcing process, from defining the role to making the appointment
Reviews candidate assessment methods as part of the recruitment process, focusing on interviews, psychometric tests and assessment centres.
Learning and Development
Explore our resources for the latest trends and best practice approaches to learning and development.
Guidance on how technology can be used responsibly to help manage people
Podcast 202: Learning professionals are under constant pressure to demonstrate the value and impact of their interventions. Is there a way for them to bolster their chances of a successful outcome before they dive into planning?
Learn about the influence of theories on how people learn and the shift away from simplistic learning styles theory
Podcast 199: Listen to this podcast as we unpack how learning professionals can work smarter, not harder, to overcome capacity challenges and prioritise the right things
Organisation Development and Design
All the resources and trends to develop your skills and stay informed about Organisational development and design.
Learn about the SWOT framework, the process of a SWOT analysis, and its advantages and disadvantages
Discover what PESTLE means, how it influences your organisation, plus a downloadable template
Explores the purpose and evolution of job design, its role in creating good work, and assessing job quality.
Explores what organisation development is and how it's carried out in today’s organisations
Employment Law
Practical resources to help you address employment law issues at work, and keep up with recent and pending legislation.
A round up of the year's statutory rates, providing quick and easy access to information on compensation limits, family friendly payments, statutory sick pay, national minimum wage, disclosure and barring fees and National Insurance contribution thresholds
What this practice is, why you should avoid it, and how to approach it if no other options are available
We outline the key pieces of legislation set to come into force in the UK and explain their implications for employers and employees