Payroll outsourcing, whether for a CIC or a company, can be an effective way to save time and money and reduce errors. Doing payroll weekly or biweekly can be time-consuming and complicated. Here is everything you need to know, in… Read More ›
Employment and related matters
How to Pay Yourself as a CIC Company Director in the UK
Leading a Community Interest Company (CIC) offers a unique blend of business acumen and social purpose. While your primary objective might be community welfare, it’s equally important to understand how you can sustainably remunerate yourself. In the UK, CIC directors… Read More ›
Employing an Apprentice in a CIC
A CIC, like any other company in England, can employ apprentices. This type of programme can be beneficial for for your community interest company. The CIC gets an energetic new employee. The apprentice gets a chance to get hands-on experience… Read More ›
Are CIC directors employees of a company?
Briefly put, CIC directors are frequently employees but also might not be since their job status is entirely dependent on individual circumstances. Along with company secretaries, directors are referred to as ‘office holders’ by default. Whether or not someone has… Read More ›
Employing young people in your community interest company
Employing young people in your community interest company is a great way to find energetic, enthusiastic help, but there are rules that specifically apply to people under 18. It’s important to ensure that you follow all the applicable laws. The… Read More ›
12 Tips to Motivate Employees Without Resorting to Money
We all want our employees to be happy, motivated, and engaged at work. But sometimes it can feel like the only way to achieve this is by shelling out more money. There are plenty of ways to motivate employees without… Read More ›
Sustainability and HR: The CIC Guide
Human resources (HR) has a major role in helping to develop a sustainable company. The first step in promoting sustainability in your community interest company (CIC), charity, non-profit organisation, and other social enterprise is to set goals and standards. Once… Read More ›
How do I employ someone in a CIC?
Although a CIC (community interest company) is a hybrid of a for-profit corporation and a charity, many of the rules for employing people are the same as a regular company. In this blog, we’ll review some rules and laws governing… Read More ›
Employment Contracts and CICs: A Guide
Employment contracts are an important part of nearly everyone’s employment. It defines the work to be done, the compensation that will be paid, and how any issues or concerns will be handled. Often combined with company-wide policies found in employee… Read More ›
How to pay yourself as a director of a Community Interest Company
How do directors get paid (UK)? Being a director of a Community Interest Company (CIC) in the UK can be an incredibly rewarding experience. But if you’re going to be paid for your services, it’s important to know how the… Read More ›