Two managers sue as employer’s performance management goes wrong
26 Apr 2025
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The Employment Relations Authority (ERA) recently dealt with two claims against an employer where employees argued they had been unfairly treated during their employment. Both employees claimed they received inadequate support and faced unreasonable demands that ultimately led to the end of their employment.
One employee argued she was constructively dismissed after being unexpectedly placed on a performance improvement plan and having her role changed without consultation. The other employee claimed she was unjustifiably dismissed during a trial period after being told to resign or face impossible performance targets.
The employer initially responded to these claims but failed to properly participate in the investigation process, with no representatives attending the ERA meeting. This left the employees' sworn evidence largely unchallenged.
The employees worked for Employment Group Limited (EGL), a recruitment company with operations in Australia and New Zealand. They were based in the Auckland Airport area office, which had around five to eight staff members during their employment.
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