Work changes - advice please

JohnR1968

The Dublin business I work in is in the process of restructuring and 1 to 1’s are being conducted. What appears to be happening so far to is that we are being told that our current role is ‘at risk’ and that we can apply for new roles. There are isn’t an offer of redundancy but that’s next if unsuccessful in getting a new role. So far the new structure doesn’t seem to be very different. Problem is the company was on a big expansion only last year and some of us only have a years service so will get next to nothing. HR are attending the 1 to 1’s but saying nothing. Any advice please on what legally can or can’t be done? If I secure one of the new roles which is basically what my job currently is can they make me take a pay cut. If I don’t and they give someone the new role, basically my job; what can I do? Thanks

OMM 0000

A pay cut means a change in your contract, and you both have to agree to that.

A company is allowed ask you to take a pay cut.

If you refuse, they can make you redundant, assuming the company genuinely has no need for you or genuinely has money problems.

The issue really here is are they in financial trouble. If they are, there's not much you can do. If they're not, you might have a case for constructive dismissal.

You can read more about this here: http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/employment/employment_rights_and_conditions/contracts_of_employment/being_asked_to_reduce_your_hours_of_work.html

As is always the case, if you're a good worker (smart, team player, reliable) you are probably safe.