Publications

Duncan Brown's debrief podcast for IES HR Network event 'Gender pay gap reporting: full analysis and insight'.

As organisations continue to try to achieve more with less, develop leaner systems and greater efficiency, the toll it takes on employees’ mental and physical health has climbed the agenda. Increased presenteeism – employees who attend work whilst ill – is one possible outcome of the pressure on organisations to remain competitive and boost productivity. This report is based on an overview of research and current thinking in the field.

NHS Employers commissioned the Institute for Employment Studies to conduct an evidence review in the areas of total reward and employee engagement. This report contains our findings which summarise existing research on the links between the two areas whilst drawing out the implications of our findings for employing organisations in the NHS.

This paper condenses extensive IES research into a concise, accessible and practical guide to the key considerations when implementing a performance management programme.

This report summarises the findings from a major study undertaken by IES for the Local Government Association (LGA), which researched and investigated HR and OD capability in shared councils, in order to help to improve the contribution which the functions and policies in these fields make to the success of such shared arrangements.

This compilation of bite-sized essays by leading thinkers confronts and expands on existing thinking, plans, and practices in HR and employment. It will help HR leaders think about, plan for, and deal with these ‘known and unknown unknowns’, challenging modern fads, reinforcing some long-standing truths and offering original and practical insights.

Mindfulness has been around for more than 2,500 years, with roots in Buddhist teachings amongst others, although there is a tradition of contemplation in all the major religions. However, recent years have seen mindfulness practices spread to many secular contexts, including the workplace. This briefing paper explores what mindfulness is, potential benefits for organisations and their employees, and offers pointers for creating a more mindful workplace.

Conversations with our HR Network members, and recent studies give us an insight into the implementation and take-up of Shared Parental Leave, and the issues that organisations have faced in trying to get it right.

Infographic summarising Sharon Varney's challenges and top tips for organisations design, as published in her HR Essentials guide to the subject.

The first paper in our new HR Essentials series focuses on talent and succession management. It offers the practitioner two elements of support on just two pages: 1. A framework for thinking about your own approach. 2. Ten practical tips for developing and implementing a successful approach.