Featured in the Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes Chamber of Commerce Business Magazine
We’re delighted to share that Haus of HR has been featured in the Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes Chamber of Commerce inbusiness magazine! This spotlight continues to demonstrate our unwavering dedication to helping businesses create fair, inclusive and legally compliant recruitment processes.
In the article, our Founder – Rachel Collar addresses the growing issue of discrimination in recruitment – a concern that begins well before a candidate steps into the workplace. A recent high-profile case saw a London firm fined £90,000 for withdrawing a job offer after inappropriately questioning a candidate about her family status. This incident serves as a wake-up call for businesses about the potential legal, financial and reputational risks of bias in hiring practices.
What This Means for Business Owners
The feature highlights the critical importance of adopting unbiased, transparent recruitment practices. Questions that touch on protected characteristics, such as age, marital status or family plans, not only risk legal repercussions but also hinder the development of a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Rachel Collar, Consultant HR Director at Haus of HR, shared her insights:
“To avoid costly mistakes, businesses must use objective criteria to evaluate candidates. Recruitment should focus solely on the candidate’s ability to meet job requirements, rather than personal circumstances or characteristics. This approach not only reduces legal risks but also ensures businesses attract and retain top talent.”
How Haus of HR Supports Businesses
At Haus of HR, we specialise in creating bespoke, inclusive recruitment strategies for businesses. Through our free Diversity and Inclusion Audit, we provide actionable insights on:
- Capturing and analysing diversity data
- Broadening the pool of diverse applicants
- Updating interview processes to mitigate unconscious bias
By prioritising inclusivity, businesses can strengthen their reputation, align with legal standards and contribute to promoting equality in the workplace.
What’s Next?
This feature in the Chamber of Commerce Business Magazine reflects our commitment to supporting local and regional businesses in their journey toward equitable hiring practices. We encourage business owners to leverage our expertise to ensure their recruitment processes are free of bias and discrimination.
To learn more about how we can help your business thrive through inclusive recruitment, visit hausofhr.com or call us at 01604 261380 to schedule your free audit today. Together, we can build a brighter, more inclusive future for your workforce.
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