Are you dealing with an employee dispute throughout Scotland that is impacting your business but does not warrant dismissal?
Unresolved workplace issues can quickly escalate — leading to grievances, loss of productivity, and potential employment tribunal claims. A settlement agreement provides a lawful, confidential, and mutually agreed solution that allows both parties to move forward.
LBJ Consultants provide specialist HR consultancy and employment law advice to employers throughout Scotland, supporting businesses through every stage of the settlement agreement process.
What Is a Settlement Agreement?
A settlement agreement is a legally binding agreement that brings an employment relationship to an end by mutual consent, in line with UK employment law, which applies throughout Scotland.
For employers throughout Scotland, settlement agreements can:
- Resolve employee disputes fairly and professionally
- Avoid lengthy grievance or disciplinary processes
- Reduce the risk of employment tribunal claims
- Protect the business from future legal action
- Provide certainty, confidentiality, and closure
They are commonly used where working relationships have broken down or ongoing HR issues cannot be resolved internally.
When Should Employers Throughout Scotland Consider a Settlement Agreement?
A settlement agreement may be appropriate where:
- An employee dispute remains unresolved
- There is a breakdown in trust or working relationships
- Performance or conduct concerns do not justify dismissal
- A grievance has been raised or is anticipated
- You lack internal HR support or specialist employment law expertise
For many employers throughout Scotland, settlement agreements are a practical and effective risk-management tool when handled correctly.
Legal Requirements Throughout Scotland
Settlement agreements must meet strict legal requirements under UK employment law, which applies throughout Scotland.
To be legally valid:
- The employee must receive independent legal advice
- Employers are expected to contribute to the cost of this advice
- A financial cap can be placed on the employer’s contribution
- The agreement must be clearly drafted and legally compliant
LBJ Consultants ensure settlement agreements are robust, compliant, and commercially sensible for employers throughout Scotland.
How LBJ Consultants Support Employers Throughout Scotland
We provide end-to-end settlement agreement support throughout Scotland, including:
- Assessing whether a settlement agreement is appropriate
- Managing sensitive employee discussions
- Drafting legally compliant settlement agreements
- Drafting mutual termination of employment contracts
- Minimising employment tribunal risk
- Ensuring fairness and transparency throughout the process
Our advice is practical, people-focused, and tailored to the needs of businesses throughout Scotland.
Why Choose LBJ Consultants?
- Specialist HR consultants supporting employers throughout Scotland
- Expert employment law advice for businesses throughout Scotland
- Support for SMEs, growing businesses, and established organisations
- Clear, compliant, and risk-managed solutions
- A people-first approach aligned with commercial realities
Speak to LBJ Consultants – Supporting Employers Throughout Scotland
If you are dealing with an employee dispute throughout Scotland, early advice can help prevent escalation and protect your business.
📞 Call LBJ Consultants on 07984 568523
📧 enquiries@lbjconsultants.co.uk
🌐 www.lbjconsultants.co.uk
Based in Scotland — supporting and offering expert HR & Employment Law Support for Employers throughout Scotland: The People for Business : Business for People.
