Many businesses rely on casual employees to help manage busy periods, cover staff absences, or provide extra flexibility.

But what happens when a casual employee works the same shifts every week, follows a regular roster, or develops an expectation of ongoing work?

When that happens, employers can unknowingly create compliance risks relating to leave entitlements, casual conversion obligations, back-pay liabilities and unfair dismissal claims.

Join our workplace relations experts as they unpack the warning signs that a casual employment arrangement may have changed, the risks employers should be aware of, and the practical steps businesses can take to stay compliant.

In just 60 minutes:

• Casual on Paper, Permanent in Practice: Correctly identify the patterns and work arrangements that can blur the line between casual and permanent employment
• When Things Change: Recognise red flags like long-term regular hours, predictable schedules and casuals filling permanent business needs
• The Risks of Getting It Wrong: Understand casual conversion obligations, leave entitlements, backpay claims and other compliance risks
• Keeping it Casual: Learn how you can maintain workforce flexibility, reduce risk, and ensure your casual employment practices stand up to scrutiny

You’ll also have the opportunity to ask your questions during the live Q&A and receive practical guidance from our experts.

Please note that this is general information and not intended to replace legal advice under any circumstances.

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