Employment Law Relocation
If your employee relocates, you have certain rights and obligations, find out what they are ...
Issues surrounding Employment Law when a Company Relocates
A company may decide to relocate for a number of reasons; expansion, downsizing, costs, consolidation or to the need to be located closer to clients. A office move can become a major challenge for businesses, not least because they have to ensure the employees feel valued and an important part of the process. They also have to define and manage expectations and reduce the risk of employees seeking employment elsewhere simply because the new office location does not suit their new route / commute into work.
Do I have to move if my company is relocating?
This is often a question asked by employees who have just learnt of their company's forthcoming relocation, and the answer depends on the terms of employment contract.
Some employee contracts contain a "mobility clause" which stipulates that you have to move within certain limits. This means that your company can enforce the relocation (unless it the new location is completely unreasonable).
If you don't have a mobility clause in your contract, and your company is only relocating a short distance, you can decide not to move. In which case, your employer will have to make you redudant.
Reasons for deciding to move with your Company
An office move is an exciting change in a company's development. It often signifies growth, aspiration and a need to improve processes and efficiency. So a new workplace may mean positive and progressive changes for you, as an employee.
The important thing is to check your employment contract and to find out more about the "mobility clause" download the FREE HR & Employment Law Checklist.
For HR Managers and Employees the HR & Employment Law Checklist tells you all you need to know about important matters relating to relocating your staff.
Download it here.
