Associate Handbook 2018

This handbook is a statement of policy only and is non-contractual, save as required by law or where noted with an asterisk (*). As such, Lockton reserves the right to amend/withdraw parts of the handbook. If there is any inconsistency between this handbook and the Associates Contract of Employment, the Contract of Employment will prevail.

References to “the Company” or “Lockton” in the Handbook should be taken to mean LIGS Limited, the employing Company.

Associates should read this handbook as soon as possible and if there are any points on which they are not clear the Human Resources Division will be able to give Associates a more detailed explanation.

This handbook is confidential and the property of Lockton.

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

3.1

Normal Working Hours *

Normal working hours in the London offices are from 9.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. Regional office hours are normally from 9.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday. If Associates are required to work different or longer hours they will be advised of these individually. With written agreement, Associates may work more than an average of 48 hours per week over a 17-week period. Further information on the Working Time Regulations can be found on LockDocs within HR Forms. Lunch breaks should be taken between the hours of 12.00pm and 2.00pm and should not normally be more than one hour in duration. However, in busy periods, Associates will be expected to be flexible on the timing and length of their break. If Associates are required to take their lunch break outside of the hours of 12.00pm and 2.00pm they will be informed by their Manager. Associates are asked to ensure that there is adequate cover in their Department during the lunch period.

3.2

The Right to Request Time off for Training or Study

In order to make a request under the provision to request time off for training or study, Associates must have 26 weeks’ service at the time of the request.

The Procedure

Associates will need to set out their request in writing, explaining the subject matter of the proposed study or training, where and when it would take place, the training provider or supervisor, extent of time commitments and how it would improve their performance or that of the business. Within twenty-eight days of receiving the completed request, the line Manager in conjunction with Human Resources, will agree to meet with the Associate. The objective of the meeting will be to discuss the proposal in greater depth and how best the proposal may be adopted. Associates have the right to bring a work colleague to the meeting. If the companion is unable to attend, Associates can re-arrange the meeting for a date within seven days of the originally proposed date providing the new time is convenient to all parties.