Events

  • Implementing a four day work week

    As more organisations across Scotland explore new ways of working, the four day working week is gaining traction as a practical solution for improving productivity and wellbeing. Join Peer Works online to hear from James Reeves of the 4 Day Week Foundation and Neil Sullivan of Boxfish about the opportunities and challenges of implementing a […]

  • Why Great Ideas Fail Without Great Teams – And How to Fix It

    Why do great ideas fail? Because innovation lives or dies with the team behind it. Join this webinar to learn what sets high-performing innovation teams apart. You’ll leave with practical, research-backed insights on how to: Unlock the power of diverse teams Lead with emotional intelligence Avoid hidden traps that undermine collaboration Led by Professor Anna […]

  • HR 1-2-1

    Whether you’re looking to hire your first employee, looking to review your workplace policies or dealing with complex employee issues – no challenge is too big or too small. Once you have booked your space online, one of our team will be in touch to discuss an appointment time with you and send you further […]

  • How Leaders Learn Leadership

    Join this webinar to learn how leaders learn leadership. You’ll leave with practical, research-based insights that: Show how your own experiences can help you understand your leadership strengths Introduce strategies leaders use to enhance their learning Build your understanding of the skills leaders see as essential to developing their practice Led by Professor Carole Elliott […]

  • Finding, keeping and looking after your staff

    One of the most daunting challenges a business can face is the process of hiring employees, interviewing, payroll, pensions, contracts, remote working and more, it is a minefield for the business owner. This webinar will allow you to have the key information in your possession to take on staff and look after your team. We'll […]

  • Navigating the New Skilled Worker Salary Rules

    Hosted by Scotland’s Migration Service, this free webinar will help employers in Scotland understand the changes made to the Skilled Worker visa route in July 2025. You will hear from legal experts on how these changes affect recruitment and how your organisation can continue to access skilled international talent. This session will offer practical, legally […]

  • Thorntons Webinar – Employment Law

    Join Debbie and Amy to discuss the tricky issue of assessing employment status and why it’s important. The webinar will include: The differences between self-employment, worker and employment status (employment rights, tax position and right to bring employment claims) Why it’s important to identify the correct employment status, particularly the importance of ensuring that an […]

  • Lunch and Learn: Five payroll mistakes to watch out for and how to fix them

    Did you know more than 84% of UK businesses make payroll mistakes every single month? These errors aren’t just frustrating - they’re costly. From fines and wasted hours to frustrated employees, the impact adds up fast. For small businesses still managing payroll in-house - and in many cases, even manually - the stakes are even […]

  • Managing people, growing agritourism: Performance and Discipline

    Employment Law and Human Resource Management Expert, Sophie Henderson of Greenburn will take us through an overview of how to use performance management effectively with your staff to ensure best outcomes. Sophie will also provide information on what to do when things go wrong with insights into the disciplinary process. If you have specific questions […]

  • Employing staff, introducing a manager and building your team

    Bowmuir Farm Holidays Bowmuir Farm, Biggar

    Join Scotland's Agritourism Monitor Farms Programme for a talk from Core Community Group members Tom and Sarah Parker as they share their real-world experience of successfully introducing a new manager into their business. Discover what worked, what they learned, and how they made the transition seamless for their staff and customers. Whether you’re considering hiring […]

  • Guided by HR: Drop-In Sessions on the Employment Rights Bill

    The UK Government released its official roadmap for implementing the Employment Rights Bill, these are the biggest set of workplace reforms in decades. Do you know what’s changing, when it’s happening, and how it could affect your business? Or would you just like an informal chat about your people challenges? Book a relaxed one-to-one session […]

  • Thorntons Webinar – Update for Sponsors

    The immigration landscape has changed significantly this year, with major changes to the Skilled Worker visa route and immigration enforcement action at an all time high. For sponsors, this means that keeping on top of duties is more important than ever to protect your organisation from a civil penalty, now starting at £45,000. Join Rebecca […]

  • Thorntons Webinar – Redundancies

    Join Andrew Wallace and Chris Phillips as they discuss the challenges of redundancies and why getting things right is so important. The webinar will include: A discussion about what redundancy really means, not misusing it and how you might avoid going down the redundancy route in the first place; Consultation, what it needs to cover, […]

  • Smart Hiring for Strong Teams

    Arbroath Football Club Gayfield Park, Arbroath

    Our networking event will help your business escape the costly cycle of constant rehiring. Learn how to attract the right candidates and empower your team with the skills they need to thrive from day one. We’ll start with an introduction from Mike Duncan of the FSB, followed by practical strategies for recruiting talent that truly […]

  • Building a balanced team | Lunch and Learn

    Teams don't always work well and a 'balanced' team can be more productive. In this session, Stephen Tunnicliffe-Wilson will discuss how different team roles and personalities add value, and how diverse teams can work well together. Topics covered in this session: How each person brings different strengths to a team Why we need to understand […]

  • Angus Carer Positive Information Session

    Join Carers Scotland for an informative session on supporting unpaid carers in the workplace. This free event will highlight the benefits of becoming Carer Positive accredited organisation. We will be joined by Sally Wilson, Service Manager at Angus Health and Social Care Partnership. Sally co-leads the Improvement and Development Service in AHSCP. Within her portfolio […]

  • The skills squeeze: Staying ahead in Scotland’s changing talent landscape

    Businesses in Scotland are facing a talent challenge. There’s a demand for new skills but a shrinking talent pool. How can you overcome this? By attracting, developing, and retaining your most important resource: your people. In this webinar, we’ll show you some of the ways you can do just that, and how Scottish Enterprise can […]

  • HR support for small businesses – beyond the basics | Lunch and Learn

    There's lots of support available to start a new business and get the basics in place for employing your first team member(s). But what happens when you need support beyond the basics? In this webinar, join Rona Loweth to discover how to strengthen your HR practices, navigate 2025's evolving workplace trends, understand key updates from […]

  • Finding, keeping and looking after your staff

    One of the most daunting challenges a business can face is the process of hiring employees, interviewing, payroll, pensions, contracts, remote working and more, it is a minefield for the business owner. This webinar will allow you to have the key information in your possession to take on staff and look after your team. We'll […]

  • Thorntons Webinar – Farming Focus: Civil Penalties & Right to Work

    Civil penalties have increased to £45,000 per worker for businesses who employ workers without the right to work in the UK. With enforcement action at an all time high, it is essential that farms are carrying out right to work checks properly on all workers. Join Jacqueline Moore, Partner in our Immigration team, and Robin […]