In a recent IBEC conference, the top 10 mistakes in HR were listed as follows:

1)  Hiring the wrong person for the job

2) Failure to properly manage the probation period

3) Failure to manage performance

4) Failures to have proper policies and procedures in place

5) Inconsistent application of procedures

6) Maintaining employee benefits not fit for purpose

7) Mishandling complaints

8) Failure to manage absence

9) Mismanaging issue of reasonable accomodation

10) Failure to keep track of developments in legislation