Business Studies

[JFox]

Hey Guys, Im just wondering if you can help me this one question.

How does the government influence employment contracts?


Cheers 

[tasiakuz]

Hi! So i am guessing this is a part of H.R. which I have not done yet but I just did a search and found a great website:
https://www.fairwork.gov.au/awards-and-agreements/employment-contracts-1
it says that: An employment contract is an agreement between an employer and employee that sets out terms and conditions of employment. A contract can be in writing or verbal.
So thus, I would link the government influence to a governmental body like the fair work ombudsman and how their are laws in place to protect employee rights - maybe you could even give some legislation such as looking at the National Employment Standards (NES).
Sorry for the late reply maybe you don't need the question answered anymore but I hope this helps!

[Nharte]

Hi I was wondering if anyone could help me out with this question to do with HR;
Explain the significance of employment contracts in the Australian workforce.                                                    6 marks

Thanks so much!

[Klexos]

The significance of employment contracts is derived from how it creates obligations for both employees and employers (all businesses are operating within a legal framework of common law and statue law). Remember, it is "a legally binding, formal agreement between the employer and employee" which clarifies both parties' key duties and responsibilities and gives more protection than a verbal contract (especially during a dispute where you want to avoid the "he said, she said" problem.