Attracting talent, reducing attrition and strategic restructuring

LCF Law

An exclusive panel hosted by James Austin, Susan Gee and James O'Neill

Ultimate

Transform your recruitment challenges into competitive advantage through strategic wellbeing initiatives that attract, engage and retain top talent.Your biggest recruitment headache might have a wellbeing solution.Struggling to attract quality candidates? Watching talented employees walk out the door? Or facing the challenging task of reducing your workforce?You're not alone. Whether you're looking to attract and retain talent or need to manage workforce reductions responsibly, the key lies in understanding current best practices - from strategic wellbeing initiatives to navigating complex employment law, including the Court of Appeal's latest guidance on redundancy consultation.Join us for a transformative morning on Thursday 18 September at Ultimate (Commercial Interiors) Ltd’s 16,000 sq ft Award-Winning Workplace Experience Centre, where leading experts will reveal how smart businesses are solving recruitment and retention challenges through strategic workplace wellbeing, and how to safely reduce staff numbers where needed.What you'll walk away with<ul><li>Market intelligence that gives you the edge in today's competitive hiring landscape</li><li>Proven wellbeing strategies that boost retention rates and employee satisfaction</li><li>Practical tools you can implement immediately to transform your workplace culture</li><li>Strategic insights from companies successfully attracting and keeping great people</li><li>How to make redundancies in departments where you need fewer employees</li></ul>Learn from the expertsJames O'Neill brings two decades of recruitment expertise with Hays working across Yorkshire. He'll give a UK Employment Market update, share exclusive insights from Hays' 2025 Working Well Report and provide anecdotal evidence on what talent strategies are working for employers in the current market.Susan Gee heads Occupational Health &amp; Wellbeing at Yorkshire Water and is a director of a consultancy practice Paritier Ltd, which focuses on Women’s health in the workplace. With over 40 years' experience supporting diverse organisations, she'll show you how to embed wellbeing as a genuine part of your workplace culture, not just a tick-box exercise.James Austin, Employment Law Partner at LCF Law, specialises in helping businesses navigate complex employment challenges. James will explore the practical and legal challenges surrounding redundancy, including the impact of the Court of Appeal’s recent decision in Revenue and Customs Commissioners v Lorne Stewart Plc. James will provide a practical and commercial perspective, including navigating difficult conversations and avoiding common pitfalls. Expect a candid look at what works, what doesn’t and how to move people on while preserving dignity and relationships and protecting your business.

Why this matters right nowThe employment landscape has fundamentally shifted. Businesses that understand the connection between employee wellbeing and bottom-line results are winning the talent war. Those that don't are struggling with high turnover, recruitment costs and compliance issues.This isn't just about being a good employer – it's about being a smart one.Experience the future of workThis immersive event takes place in The Hive, Ultimate (Commercial Interiors) Ltd’s 16,000 sqft £2.5M Award-Winning Workplace Experience Centre. You'll see firsthand how thoughtful design supports productivity and wellbeing, with opportunities to tour the showroom and network in cutting-edge collaborative spaces.Stay for the afternoon to experience their state-of-the-art hot desks and pods – perfect for continuing conversations and putting new ideas into action.Perfect for<ul><li>Business owners and directors seeking competitive advantage</li><li>Department heads managing teams and budgets</li><li>HR professionals tackling recruitment and retention challenges</li><li>Decision-makers ready to invest in their people strategically</li></ul>