Employment Restructures and Redundancy

Employment restructures and redundancy involve changes to roles and workforce arrangements where positions may be altered or cease to exist, often requiring careful planning to balance organisational needs with workforce impacts.

We help:

  • Understand how proposed changes may affect roles, responsibilities, and workforce structure
  • Clarify obligations and considerations that arise during restructure and redundancy processes
  • Approach workforce change with greater confidence and reduced disruption
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We Understand What You Are Going Through

Workplace restructures and redundancy often require employers to make significant decisions in response to changing business needs or commercial pressures. You may be considering how roles should change, how teams are reorganised, or whether certain positions are no longer required, while still maintaining operational stability and employee morale.

These processes often involve overlapping legal, commercial, and workforce considerations, and can raise questions about timing, process, and risk, particularly where multiple parts of the organisation are affected.

We understand the pressures employers face during restructuring and redundancy processes. We help you manage these changes in a clear and considered way, so decisions are made with confidence and control.

Our Services Include

  • Advising on workplace restructures and changes to roles
  • Guiding employers through redundancy processes and outcomes
  • Clarifying employer obligations during restructure and redundancy
  • Assisting with redeployment and alternative role options
  • Supporting consultation and communication with affected staff
  • Advising on disputes or uncertainty arising from restructures or redundancy
Our Difference
Accountability & Expertise

Every matter we handle comes with full accountability. You’ll deal directly with an expert – every time, no exceptions.

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Understanding your unique circumstances and goals - so our advice is practical, personal, and never given in a vacuum.

Transparency & Communication

We speak your language. That means plain, clear advice - what’s happening, why it matters, and what comes next.

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  1. Book Meeting
    Fill in contact form or call our office to book an initial consult. You can choose between in-person or video conference.
  2. Get Advice

    You’ll discuss your situation in depth with a senior lawyer. This includes exploring your requirements, goals, and desired outcomes. You’ll walk away from this meeting with a clear understanding of the next steps.
  3. Achieve Outcomes

    Our legal team will work tirelessly to achieve your desired objectives. We work hard, communicate regularly, and pride ourselves on delivering results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a restructure and a redundancy?
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A restructure involves changes to how roles, teams, or responsibilities are organised within a business. A redundancy occurs where a role is no longer required as a result of those changes. A restructure may result in redundancy, but the concepts are distinct.
When can a restructure result in redundancies?
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A restructure can result in redundancies where changes mean certain roles are no longer required or where core duties are removed. How roles are redefined and changes are implemented can affect whether redundancies occur.
What issues should employers consider when planning a restructure or redundancy?
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Restructures and redundancy can raise issues around role design, workforce impact, timing, and how changes are implemented. Considering these factors early can help ensure changes are approached in a structured and manageable way.
Can employers seek advice after implementing a restructure?
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Advice can be sought at any stage of a restructure or redundancy process. However, seeking advice before changes are implemented can help identify potential risks and considerations earlier.

Take the First
Step Today

You don’t have to figure this out alone. Book an initial consult with our expert legal team and get clear answers about your situation.

  • Transparent quotes (no ‘bill shock’)
  • Rapid response
  • Award winning team
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73 Google Reviews
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