HR Audit Service

A significant number of employee complaints to the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) and the Labour Court can be difficult for employers to defend when the correct HR procedures are not in place.


Employers are required to maintain compliant employee records, contracts of employment and HR policies and procedures. Failure to meet Irish employment law requirements can result in financial penalties and other consequences if a complaint proceeds to a third party hearing.



At MSS The HR People, we have an in depth understanding of Irish employment legislation and HR best practice. Our professional HR Audit service helps employers identify compliance gaps, review existing HR policies and procedures, and ensure the correct practices are in place. An HR Audit can help your business strengthen its HR compliance, prepare for potential employment related claims and ensure your HR practices are aligned with current employment legislation and best practice.



The MSS HR Audit will: 


1. Review the following:

 

  • Terms and Conditions of Employment
  • Current policies and procedures
  • Internal records, employee data and staffing processes

 

2. Identify where the company is not legally compliant


3. Ensure best practice in all employee related matters


At the completion of the HR Audit, MSS-The HR People will provide a full and comprehensive report identifying areas where we believe the company is at risk. We will also make recommendations as to how best to address these issues to ensure the company is using best practice and is compliant with all current statutory requirements.


Can your Company afford to ignore these matters? To discuss HR Audits further, give us a call. 

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Frequently Asked Questions Regarding HR Audits

    Why should I outsource my HR Audit?

        As with all areas of your business, having a fresh pair of eyes examine your HR policies and procedures will deliver an unbiased, objective viewpoint. Outsourcing agencies will also bring expertise in various aspects of HR management and compliance, along with depth of knowledge and experience to the audit, ensuring a comprehensive assessment of your HR practices.

    How do you plan an HR Audit?

        The first step is to give us a call! Once we know what you would like to achieve with the audit, we can help you define the scope and objectives. We'll take it from there and will deliver an in-depth report of our findings, highlighting areas of non-compliance or where we believe improvements can be made. We can also help you implement the audit findings and adopt best practices into your HR procedures.

    What are types of HR Audit?

        Depending on your business's needs, an audit can focus on specific areas or take a more general approach, for example, examining your employee handbook, compliance, employee contracts, etc.

    Why is an HR audit required?

        As an employer, you have many obligations to your employees - from policies to documentation. Keeping track can be overwhelming. An audit is a good way to highlight any gaps and ensure compliance across all areas of the business.

    What is an HR Audit Checklist?

        An HR Checklist notes all areas of non-compliance within a business. This checklist is a valuable go-to guide for all employers, as it highlights the areas of HR that require attention.

    What is the scope of an HR Audit?

        An HR audit will evaluate all policies, procedures and programmes within your business.

    Is an HR Audit compulsory?

        Not at all! The purpose of a HR audit is to identify any issues that may exist before they become unmanageable. It is an opportunity to assess what an organisation is doing right, as well as how things might be done differently, more efficiently or at a reduced cost.

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