Maldon District Business Breakfast - November

Maldon District Business Breakfast – What You Need to Know When Recruiting

Join us this November for the latest Maldon District Business Breakfast, bringing local businesses together for networking, conversation and practical advice.

Taking place at the beautiful Warren Estate, this morning event is an opportunity to connect with fellow businesses from across the district while gaining valuable insight into one of the biggest challenges facing employers: recruiting and retaining the right people.

With significant changes to employment law already underway and further changes on the horizon, getting recruitment and the early stages of employment right has never been more important.

Whether you're looking to recruit your first employee, grow your team or simply make sure your current recruitment processes are fit for the changing employment landscape, this session will provide practical guidance to help you prepare.

What to Expect

The Talk – What You Need to Know When Recruiting

Recruitment is about much more than simply finding someone to fill a vacancy.

From advertising a role and selecting the right candidate to managing probation periods and supporting new employees through their first months, employers need to ensure they have the right processes in place from day one.

This practical session will explore some of the key legal considerations surrounding recruitment, alongside useful tips for attracting and selecting the right people for your business.

With changes to employment rights continuing to reshape the responsibilities of employers, the session will also look at why effectively managing new starters and probation periods is becoming increasingly important.

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Event Details

📅 Thursday 19th November 2026
⏰ 8:30am – 10:30am
📍 The Warren Estate, Maldon
🎤 Bev Deans, BDHR Consultancy

Come and celebrate summer with fellow Maldon District businesses in a memorable setting.

Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.

Please note: This event is for businesses and residents based in the Maldon District. You will need to provide a qualifying address when booking.

About the Speaker - Bev Deans

With 20 years in senior HR, advising CEOs, managing complex employee relations and leading people strategy, Bev knows that leaving HR to later is what causes the biggest issues. Bev works with founders and business owners who have built great businesses and want to get the people side right. Her approach is commercial, practical and straightforward. No jargon, no unnecessary complexity, the right foundations put in place. She believes that when your people are supported and clear on what's expected, it shows, in your culture, your customer experience and your bottom line.