This practical and accessible session will introduce the UK employment law landscape. With a focus on the key differences from EU and international frameworks, it will equip attendees with insights to help navigate UK-specific rules and avoid common compliance pitfalls. We’ll also touch on bringing employees into the UK and practical options for employing individuals from abroad.
Agenda – What We’ll Cover:
• The structure and sources of UK employment law
• Key differences between UK and EU frameworks
• Immigration routes and compliance for bringing employees into the UK
• Practical options for employing individuals in the UK from abroad
• Employment status and why it matters
• Contracts, policies, and essential requirements
• Employee rights and employer obligations during employment
• Lawful termination and avoiding tribunal risks
• Enforcement, risk management, and upcoming legal reforms
Key Learning Outcomes
By the end of this one-hour session, attendees will:
• Gain a high-level understanding of the structure and sources of UK employment law
• Be introduced to immigration routes and options for employing individuals in the UK
• Understand the basic distinctions between employment statuses and why they matter
• Learn the essentials of UK employment contracts and policies
• Get an overview of employee rights and employer obligations during employment
• Understand the principles of lawful termination and common tribunal risks
• Appreciate key differences between UK and EU employment law
• Be aware of current trends and areas of potential future reform
Who is it for?
This session is designed for:
• International HR professionals managing UK-based employees
• Foreign-qualified employment lawyers seeking an introduction to UK employment law
• UK-based HR professionals at the start of their careers or those new to employment law
Date: Thursday 29 January 2026
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00PM GMT
Where: On your laptop, phone or tablet (live webinar)
Presenter: Ian Machray
