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Human resources

Referring to the function within an organisation that is charged with managing its employees, often as well as its recruitment process.

Contributors in Human resources

Human resources

vision statement

Business services; Human resources

A written statement of what the organization's aims are for the future.

voluntary leave

Business services; Human resources

Voluntary alternative to layoff whereby employees take leave from an organization for a specific period, with no pay.

profit sharing

Business services; Human resources

Distributing a portion of the company's profits among employees.

volunteerism

Business services; Human resources

Organizational support for employees who wish to do charity work, who may receive paid leave or sponsorship from their employer.

virtual workplace

Business services; Human resources

Online space for egaging with the company for employees based off company premises.

promotion

Business services; Human resources

When an employee advances from one position to another with a higher salary range.

v-time

Business services; Human resources

Alternative work schedule which allows employees to reduce their work time and pay.

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