All Human resources articles – Page 5
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NewsAsda contract changes could leave 3,000 staff worse off
Asda is in consultation with staff and unions over proposals to “streamline” the contracts of hourly paid staff, which could leave around 6,000 workers worse off.
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NewsArcadia plans to halve pension contributions
Arcadia wants to halve the amount it pays into its pension pot every year as it seeks to restructure amid torrid high street trading conditions.
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AnalysisData: The best and worst retailers for gender pay gap
One year on from the inaugural gender pay gap rankings, UK retailers’ gender pay gap figures are broadly flat.
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NewsGender pay gap does not reflect retail industry, says BRC
The BRC has said the UK retail industry has a much lower gender pay gap than many other industries but that “a single figure on its own is not a reflection” of the industry’s diversity.
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NewsTimpson boss on why unconventional hiring process fires growth
The boss of Timpson has said fostering an “upside-down management” culture and employing ex-offenders has helped fire the business to growth.
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Future LeadersAll for one: creating an inclusive workplace culture
A diverse and inclusive workforce can pay dividends for retailers. Barbara Harvey, managing director of Accenture, explains why.
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NewsKate Swann, Patrick Lewis among John Lewis chair contenders
Former WHSmith chief executive Kate Swann and John Lewis finance director Patrick Lewis are in the running to become the retailer’s next chairman.
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NewsTed Baker’s Ray Kelvin resigns following misconduct allegations
Ted Baker founder and chief executive Ray Kelvin has resigned with immediate effect following allegations of misconduct.
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NewsBoots puts hundreds of head office roles into consultation
Up to 350 roles at Boots Nottingham head office are at risk in a bid by the retailer to cut costs.
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NewsMorrisons faces fresh equal pay claims
Morrisons is contending with further equal pay claims from “thousands” of current and former female workers, who say that they have been underpaid.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Is time up for your company culture?
Company culture and acceptable behaviour have rarely been in the spotlight as they are now.
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NewsM&S poaches new head of food online from Tesco
Marks & Spencer has hired a new head of food online, poaching Samantha Hornsby from Tesco.
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NewsAO founder John Roberts to take back chief executive role
AO.com founder John Roberts is to take on the chief executive role once again after handing the reins over to Steve Caunce two years ago.
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NewsShop Direct consults 225 staff over job cuts
Shop Direct has kicked off a consultation with more than 200 workers amid proposals to merge existing roles across the business, Retail Week can reveal.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Will Tesco changes prove counter-productive?
It has been a constant theme of Dave Lewis’ four years in charge of Tesco – building a simpler, more sustainable business focused on serving customers better.
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NewsOddbins warns of redundancies as advisers weigh options
Off-licence business Oddbins has warned of job losses after appointing advisers to look at its options following an “extremely tough” Christmas.
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NewsSir Philip Green ends legal action against The Telegraph
Sir Philip Green is to discontinue his legal action against The Telegraph to prevent “causing further distress” to Arcadia’s employees.
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NewsPhilip Green seeks damages and sources from Telegraph
Retail tycoon Sir Philip Green is seeking damages from The Daily Telegraph after the newspaper printed a frontpage story alleging bullying by an unnamed businessman.
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NewsJohn Lewis to close first store since 2006
John Lewis & Partners is set to shut its smallest shop by the summer, as it continues restructuring its estate.
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NewsSuperdry product chief Danielmeyer exits
Superdry chief product officer Brigitte Danielmeyer has decided to stand down from her role for personal reasons, four months after she joined the team.