At Employment Equity Ltd, with years of working in the NZ Employment Law space, we understand that workplace and employment disputes can be stressful, unproductive, time-consuming, and costly (both emotionally and $-wise) for both employers and employees. Mediation typically offers an alternative and more cost-effective approach to the dispute. In general terms, it offers a confidential, solutions-focused process designed to help all parties reach an agreement without the need for lengthy legal proceedings.
Why Choose Our Employment Equity Mediation Services?
Our Director, Mike Harrison, is an Associate Member of the Arbitrators’ and Mediators’ Institute of New Zealand (AAMINZ), New Zealand’s largest dispute resolution organisation. He has also been a board member of the Employment Law Institute of New Zealand (ELINZ).
With formal dispute resolution training, Mike Harrison offers extensive experience in employment relations and a strong understanding of New Zealand employment law. He is well placed to guide you through the mediation process.
What is Employment Mediation?
Employment mediation is a voluntary process where an independent mediator helps the parties explore options and work towards a mutually acceptable resolution.
Mediation can address a wide range of workplace issues, which can include:-
- Personal grievances, unjustified dismissal or redundancy concerns.
- Harassment or bullying complaints.
- Possible disputes over salary, wages, leave, or entitlements. This may even cover elements such as the classification of contractor vs permanent.
- Performance or disciplinary disagreements.
- Other Employment law-related matters.
Why Choose Mediation and What are the Benefits of a Mediator when you have an Employment Dispute?
- It’s Confidential. Discussions and outcomes remain private.
- Provides a faster resolution. Often concluded in a single day.
- Cost-effective. Avoids extended legal disputes.
- It can preserve relationships. Focuses on constructive outcomes.
- Outcomes can be flexible and tailored to your situation.
For more information on our Employment Mediation Service, contact us
Kind Regards.
Mike Harrison
B Soc Sci, CPIR, B Bus Admin (Hons), MBA, AAMINZ
Director, Employment Equity Ltd
Licensed Private Investigator
