For many New Zealand businesses, restructuring has become a necessary part of staying competitive. Rising costs, changing customer demand and operational pressures can force businesses to reconsider how work is structured and whether existing roles remain sustainable.

But a genuine need to reduce costs does not give an employer permission to rush the process or treat redundancy as a foregone conclusion.

Employers must have genuine business reasons for a proposed restructure and follow a fair process before making any final decisions.

A proposal that appears predetermined, relies on vague reasoning or overlooks suitable alternatives can expose the business to personal grievances and unjustified dismissal claims, even where the underlying cost pressures are real.

In just 60 minutes:

• The Genuine Reason Test: How to demonstrate that a proposed restructure is based on real business needs
• Common Restructure Mistakes: Where employers get caught out, from predetermined outcomes and limited information to unfair selection processes
• Alternatives and Redeployment: What employers need to consider before deciding that redundancy is the only available option
• Making a Defensible Decision: The practical steps, documentation and communication needed to support a fair restructuring process

Don’t miss your chance to ask your questions during the live Q&A, so you can come away with tailored guidance for your business.

Please note that this is general information and not intended to replace legal advice under any circumstances.

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