All Acas events on Contracts of employment

Employers are legally obliged to provide a written statement of terms and conditions of employment. This should be issued to employees by day one of their employment. 

Many people work under verbal contracts, but this could lead to disputes or legal claims, which presents significant risk for employers.

A well written contract  can help:

• clarify roles and expectations
• give certainty about everyone’s rights and responsibilities
• clarify entitlements

You will leave this training more able to:

• get contracts right
• set clear expectations with your employees
• reduce the risk of legal claims

Employers sometimes need to change employees’ roles, working practices and written terms and conditions. This can cause:

• conflict and strained working relationships
• confusion and productivity impact
• risk of legal claims

This training will help you get a better understanding of how to change a contract. This will help you to: 

• follow the law and good practice when making changes
• reduce the risk of legal claims
• identify the risks and benefits of the options
• make informed decisions 
• maintain good working relationships
• protect morale through change

Employers are legally obliged to provide a written statement of terms and conditions of employment. This should be issued to employees by day one of their employment. 

Many people work under verbal contracts, but this could lead to disputes or legal claims, which presents significant risk for employers.

A well written contract  can help:

• clarify roles and expectations
• give certainty about everyone’s rights and responsibilities
• clarify entitlements

You will leave this training more able to:

• get contracts right
• set clear expectations with your employees
• reduce the risk of legal claims

Employers are legally obliged to provide a written statement of terms and conditions of employment. This should be issued to employees by day one of their employment. 

Many people work under verbal contracts, but this could lead to disputes or legal claims, which presents significant risk for employers.

A well written contract  can help:

• clarify roles and expectations
• give certainty about everyone’s rights and responsibilities
• clarify entitlements

You will leave this training more able to:

• get contracts right
• set clear expectations with your employees
• reduce the risk of legal claims

Employers sometimes need to change employees’ roles, working practices and written terms and conditions. This can cause:

• conflict and strained working relationships
• confusion and productivity impact
• risk of legal claims

This training will help you get a better understanding of how to change a contract. This will help you to: 

• follow the law and good practice when making changes
• reduce the risk of legal claims
• identify the risks and benefits of the options
• make informed decisions 
• maintain good working relationships
• protect morale through change

Many employers face challenges in attracting and retaining the right people. At the same time, labour market changes, advances in technology and evolving workforce expectations are reshaping recruitment. Employers must also keep pace with legal requirements and changing employment regulations.

The world of work is changing. Organisations are more likely to thrive when they take a strategic approach to attracting, recruiting and retaining the right people  

Join Acas and guest speakers to:

• explore challenges and opportunities in recruitment
• understand how to attract and retain talent
• learn more about practical approaches to inclusive recruitment and workforce planning 
• consider the impact of AI on recruitment
• navigate key legal, regulatory and employment requirements

Employers are legally obliged to provide a written statement of terms and conditions of employment. This should be issued to employees by day one of their employment. 

Many people work under verbal contracts, but this could lead to disputes or legal claims, which presents significant risk for employers.

A well written contract  can help:

• clarify roles and expectations
• give certainty about everyone’s rights and responsibilities
• clarify entitlements

You will leave this training more able to:

• get contracts right
• set clear expectations with your employees
• reduce the risk of legal claims

Employers sometimes need to change employees’ roles, working practices and written terms and conditions. This can cause:

• conflict and strained working relationships
• confusion and productivity impact
• risk of legal claims

This training will help you get a better understanding of how to change a contract. This will help you to: 

• follow the law and good practice when making changes
• reduce the risk of legal claims
• identify the risks and benefits of the options
• make informed decisions 
• maintain good working relationships
• protect morale through change

A well-managed probation period gives new employees the best possible start while helping employers make informed decisions about performance, conduct and suitability for the role.

Getting probation right is about more than monitoring performance. It starts with effective recruitment, clear expectations and regular, meaningful conversations that support employees to succeed. 

Join us to explore how organisations can:

• create a positive and structured probation experience
• set clear objectives and review progress
• managing challenging situations fairly and consistently. 

Through practical guidance, expert insight and real-life examples, you'll gain the confidence to manage probation periods effectively and support successful outcomes for both employers and employees.

Employers are legally obliged to provide a written statement of terms and conditions of employment. This should be issued to employees by day one of their employment. 

Many people work under verbal contracts, but this could lead to disputes or legal claims, which presents significant risk for employers.

A well written contract  can help:

• clarify roles and expectations
• give certainty about everyone’s rights and responsibilities
• clarify entitlements

You will leave this training more able to:

• get contracts right
• set clear expectations with your employees
• reduce the risk of legal claims

Employers sometimes need to change employees’ roles, working practices and written terms and conditions. This can cause:

• conflict and strained working relationships
• confusion and productivity impact
• risk of legal claims

This training will help you get a better understanding of how to change a contract. This will help you to: 

• follow the law and good practice when making changes
• reduce the risk of legal claims
• identify the risks and benefits of the options
• make informed decisions 
• maintain good working relationships
• protect morale through change

Employers sometimes need to change employees’ roles, working practices and written terms and conditions. This can cause:

• conflict and strained working relationships
• confusion and productivity impact
• risk of legal claims

This training will help you get a better understanding of how to change a contract. This will help you to: 

• follow the law and good practice when making changes
• reduce the risk of legal claims
• identify the risks and benefits of the options
• make informed decisions 
• maintain good working relationships
• protect morale through change

Employers are legally obliged to provide a written statement of terms and conditions of employment. This should be issued to employees by day one of their employment. 

Many people work under verbal contracts, but this could lead to disputes or legal claims, which presents significant risk for employers.

A well written contract  can help:

• clarify roles and expectations
• give certainty about everyone’s rights and responsibilities
• clarify entitlements

You will leave this training more able to:

• get contracts right
• set clear expectations with your employees
• reduce the risk of legal claims