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Human resources

Referring to the function within an organisation that is charged with managing its employees, often as well as its recruitment process.

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employee empowerment

Business services; Human resources

A term used to express the manners in which non-managerial staff can make essential decisions without consulting a boss/manager.

employee evaluation

Business services; Human resources

An assessment of an employee's performance, with potential salary raises for good performance.

employee furlough

Business services; Human resources

An alternative to laying off workers, the furlough is unpaid, mandatory time off work for employees.

employee handbook

Business services; Human resources

A guide for employees including information about the company, terms and conditions, and policies and procedures in the company.

employee satisfaction

Business services; Human resources

Whether or not employees are happy and feel fulfilled in their positions.

at will employment

Business services; Human resources

A form of employment relationship which signifies no commitment on the part of employer or employee.

employment contract

Business services; Human resources

A written contract signed by both employee and employer stipulating the terms and conditions of employment with the company.

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