Whether you have five employees or 500, you’re legally required to meet a wide range of obligations under UK employment law. Failing to do so could cost your business dearly. 

To help you spot potential gaps, here’s a quick HR compliance checklist you can work through: 

• Do all employees have a legally compliant employment contract and written statement of particulars (issued on or before day one)? 
• Are your workplace policies up to date and in line with UK law? E.g. disciplinary, grievance, health & safety, equality and remote working policies. 
• Are you following the latest national minimum wage and holiday pay rules? 
• Do you comply with GDPR in storing and processing employee data? 
• Are your managers trained to handle absence, performance and misconduct fairly and consistently? 
• Are your onboarding and dismissal processes compliant with ACAS guidelines? 
• Do you have a reliable way of keeping up with employment law changes (like those introduced under the Employment Relations Act 2024)? 

If you’re unsure about even one of these, there’s a risk of claims, tribunal costs or reputational damage. 

Read more about the consequences of non-compliance and how we can support.