Online webinar: Changes to the Employment Relations Act

Employment Relations Law Changes: What Employers Need to Know

Recent changes to employment law will affect how employers hire, manage and structure working arrangements.

Join Paul Mackay for a concise, practical webinar explaining what’s changed, what it means for employers, and where to focus next.

What we’ll cover

• Clarifying contractor vs employee status
• Changes affecting serious misconduct and remedies
• The new $200,000 income threshold for unjustified dismissal claims
• Removal of the 30‑day rule for employment agreements
• What comes into effect immediately, and what to review now

This session is designed for business owners, people leaders and managers who want clarity, confidence and practical guidance.

About the Speaker

Paul Mackay
Manager – Employment Relations Policy, Business NZ

Paul has worked in employment relations across both the private and public sectors.

He was extensively involved in the post‑1980 reforms in education, the environmental sector and the public service. His previous roles include senior positions in the energy sector, change management at Ernst & Young, and General Manager – Employment Relations at Carter Holt Harvey.

Paul has also been elected Employer Deputy Member of the Governing Body of the International Labour Organisation, and Employer Spokesperson of the ILO Standards Review Mechanism Tripartite Working Group.

Who should attend:

• Business owners
• Senior leaders and managers
• HR and people leaders

Why attend:

If you employ staff - or plan to - this webinar will help you understand the new employment settings and what they mean for your business.

Cost:

Business Central / Wellington Chamber of Commerce Members - $29+GST

Non-Member - $39+GST

**This event will take place online via Zoom and you will be sent your Zoom link the day before the event**