HR Consultancy - Why are probationary periods important? Helen O'Brien Senior HR Consultant

Why are probationary periods important?
The purpose of a probationary period is to allow a specific time period for the employee and employer to assess the suitability of the role; it gives the employer opportunity to assess whether the new employee is suitable for the job taking into account their capability, skills, performance, attendance, and general conduct. On the other hand, it gives the new employee the opportunity to see whether they like their new job and surroundings.
Our business support services operate with local HR consultants and Health & Safety Consultants with teams based in Northern Ireland and Scotland. Many outsourced HR companies lock you into a 5-to-10-year contract, whereas we set contracts for 3 years allowing you more flexibility for strategic business planning.
By deciding to change to outsourcing HR and Health & Safety services, we can save your business time and money with our retained monthly package, which includes HR management software helping businesses to manage employees’ holiday entitlement and annual leave as well as keeping records of employee documentation and company announcements. Alongside unlimited calls and emails with HR consultants.
Your business will have access to our HR consultants and Health &safety advisors with unlimited calls and emails, supporting your business through all procedures including risk assessments and recruitment processes. Through our HR consultancy, you give yourself time back to focus on other aspects of business growth