OPUS LEGAL & CONSULTING
WHO WE ARE
Workplace changes governed by labour and employment laws are obliging employers to address the future of work. From privacy to pay equity to worker health and safety, the challenges are widespread.​As an employer, you’re juggling a range of economic, industry and regulatory challenges.
With our depth of experience and knowledge, we can help you navigate even the most complex workplace issues. We’ll ensure you mitigate risk and implement effective workplace strategies, wherever you operate.
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Workplace Investigations
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Allegations of bullying, fraud, harassment or misconduct have serious consequences for everyone involved. They can be highly personal, complicated and unpleasant and if mismanaged, can be very costly.
See how we can help you navigate through this challenging landscape.
WORKPLACE INVESTIGATIONS
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Conflict in the workplace happens every day, and most of the time can be resolved through simple interventions.
But when conflict escalates beyond your ability to manage effectively, it can raise costly and disruptive allegations of bullying, harassment, discrimination and other forms of misconduct.
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If these issues are not addressed, they may result in continuing workplace problems and unnecessary costs to the employer. Employee morale may suffer, which could lead to increased absenteeism and WorkCover claims.
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Few managers are experienced at investigating workplace complaints. Others have insufficient time to handle complex, emotional cases on top of their existing workload. In addition, if the investigation is run by an employee of the organisation, there is a risk of perceived bias towards either the complainant or the accused employee.
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Outsourcing workplace investigations to an independent specialist is a practical, efficient and cost-effective option.
We investigate the matter with the end in mind- ensuring the process is fully compliant with legislative requirements for fairness- in process and substance.
We can also investigate under legal professional privilege in circumstances where confidentiality of the issue is paramount.
Our investigation reports are clear, reliable and evidence based, providing you with a sound basis for decision making and resolution of the matter.
In many cases, post investigation support will be necessary to ensure that disrupted business operations can return to normal. Our HR Consulting service can provide you with the road map to getting your business back on track.
HR CONSULTING​
No problem is too big or too small- talk directly to one of our team. Accessible, ad hoc support when you need it. ​
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Organisational Restructuring
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Designing and managing redundancy programs ​
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Culture surveys
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Department and team review
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Re-alignment and transition
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Change implementation
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Project management
Employee Engagement
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Employee Survey
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Workplace Culture review
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Employee Value Proposition
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Organisational Development
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Workforce Planning & Culture
Behavioural Assessments
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Performance & Discipline
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Performance Management & Feedback
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Skill and capacity building
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Attendance management
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Discipline matters
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Employee Termination
WORKPLACE COMPLIANCE
Opus Legal & Consulting brings extensive experience and in-depth knowledge to navigate the intricate landscape of labour law and employment regulations. Our focus is on delivering strategic and effective solutions tailored to your business needs.
HR Health Checks
Our HR Health Checks take a meticulous look at your HR policies, procedures, documentation, and systems, and highlight any areas for concern and give you the confidence in knowing your business is operating using best practices.
After the initial analysis, you’ll receive a comprehensive report that includes identified areas for improvement and assessment of compliance with ever changing laws and regulations.
Following your HR Health Check, you can book in for a no obligation consultation with one of our specialist consultants who will be able to further discuss your results and suggest solutions to any issues found.
HR Services Advice and Projects
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HR Team support and capacity building
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External HR Manager role
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HR Advisory service – adhoc, retainer or project based
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HR advice, strategy and planning
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HR Compliance
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HR Policies and procedures
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DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Legal proceedings don’t just cost money, it takes its toll in time, energy and productivity.
Legal action will generally require you to provide written responses as a minimum. Fully defended matters could also involve other employees or relevant office holders, potentially requiring them to attend court in face-to-face proceedings.
In many cases, there is ample scope for the matter to be resolved before lengthy legal proceedings have been commenced. And even if proceedings have been commenced, we can help explore the options available for resolving the dispute as quickly as possible, saving you not only money, but precious time and energy.
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Our dispute resolution expertise focuses on preserving relationships while finding amicable solutions. Whether through mediation or legal intervention, we strive to achieve positive outcomes for all parties involved.
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As Accredited Mediators with extensive legal expertise, Opus Legal & Consulting provides a tailored approach to each and every case to achieve cost-effective and harmonious outcomes. With industry-leading knowledge and extensive experience, we facilitate open discussions and guide your team towards a mutually agreeable resolution. ​​​​​
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