Contract of Employment and Staff Handbook Software
Bright Contracts is a software package that has everything you need to create and manage a professional staff handbook and contracts of employment. Getting these in place has traditionally been an expensive, complicated and time-consuming process. Bright Contracts makes it quick and easy.
Without employee contracts in place, an employer is risking large settlements in the case of staff disputes, and fines in the case of regulatory inspections. Having contracts also clearly defines the contractual relationship between you and your employees. Bright Contracts is the easiest way to get sorted.
| Single employer, unlimited employees | €249 |
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| Multiple employers, unlimited employees | €349 |
| Phone/email support | Free |
Price is per user and subject to VAT. Price covers 12 months full use from date of activation.
Let us show you around the software’s functionality and how to create and customise your personal contracts of employment and company handbook.
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Under the Employment Act 2019, it is now a criminal offence for employers not to have contracts of employment in place for their staff. Watch our 2 minute video to find out how Bright Contracts can help.
Our regular employment law webinars will keep you up to date with the topical HR issues that our employers face day to day.
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Bright Contracts is teeming with useful functionality, from the obvious to the obscure. Yet it delivers it all in a neat, easy to use package. You'll wonder how you ever managed without it.
Bright Contracts does not set a limit on the number of employees you can add. And there are no confusing price brackets that depend on the number of employees you have.
Use the suggested content or customise it to your needs. Add pre-defined sections or add your own proprietary sections. Re-arrange as required.
Create a contract for each employee and record when they are signed. Archive old contracts. Base one contract on another for rapid creation.
With full control over cover pages, logos, headers, footers, fonts, colours, and more, you can ensure your documents match your corporate identity, or just simply make them look how you want.
Before you print a handbook or contract, you can see an accurate on-screen preview of how it will look on page. Scroll, zoom and pan controls make it simple and flexible.
An employee is flagged red if he or she does not have a handbook or contract. An employee is flagged amber if he or she has an out of date handbook or soon to expire contract.
The summary screen gives you an overview of handbooks in use, recent handbook updates, who does and doesn't have a handbook, and who does and doesn't have a current signed contract.
Not everyone is an employment law expert. If you're not sure what to enter for a certain field, or you're not 100% sure what something means, click the handy tip icon for an inline explanation.
Employment law legislation changes over time. When it does, and the Bright Contracts handbook or contract template changes, you'll be made aware of the adjustment, which you can accept with a single click.
Expand the services you offer or add a new revenue stream to your business wih the Bureau version of Bright Contracts, which allows you to create handbooks and contracts for unlimited employers and employees.
Bright Contracts partners with professional bodies and groups to create bespoke contracts and handbooks. Industry customisation is an excellent value added member offering for any professional group.
The Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) recently published its 2024 Annual Report, revealing notable shifts in Ireland’s employment law landscape. For employers, the report explores how workplace relations are evolving and highlights the importance of keeping up to date with legal developments.
Key Findings
The WRC experienced a year of heightened activity and complexity in 2024, with substantial increases in:
• Workplace Inspections
WRC Inspectors conducted inspections of 5,156 employers in 2024, whereas 4,727 employers were inspected in 2023. The 2024 visits uncovered 7,755 specific contraventions of employment legislation. Employers should be aware that WRC Inspectors are legally entitled to enter workplaces and their inspections can be unannounced.
• Mediations
Employees are increasingly turning to external mediation rather than relying solely on internal company procedures. The WRC facilitated 894 mediations in 2024, representing a 14% increase from 2023 and a 36% increase since 2022. This indicates a growing preference towards external services for resolving workplace issues.
• Adjudication Hearings
In 2024, the WRC offered hearings for 9,054 adjudication files — a 6% increase from 2023. With an average of 180 hearings per week, it is clear there is a rising demand for formal dispute resolution.
The Complexity Factor
David Small, Director of the Adjudication Services Division, reported a significant rise in complaint applications – with applications covering 14,890 individual complaints – and reflected on “the increasingly complex nature of cases”
Equality complaints rose by 11%, with 1,156 complaints in 2024. Disability, Gender and Race are the most frequently cited grounds of discrimination, reinforcing the importance of effective Equality policies.
Takeaways for Employers
Together, these trends highlight an important reality: employment law disputes are becoming more frequent and increasingly complex. Employers who invest in robust policies and procedures are better equipped to manage workplace issues proactively – and minimise the risk of costly legal challenges.
Bright Contracts provides a comprehensive suite of legally compliant resources designed to help employers navigate their obligations with confidence. Please visit our website or contact a member of our team to find out more about the support we can offer you.
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