Settlement Offer

[jimbo999]

I have been offered a settlement at work to leave, many factors involved. Is there someone I could discuss this with privately who could advise pls.

[Nomoneynoproblem]

Hi

Sorry to hear that. Is this something you wish to accept. Are the terms in your favour etc..

[jimbo999]

Not sure following tupe my job role changed so I have been told I have a case for breach of contract or unfair dismissal but not sure if the offer they have made his fair or too little. It is slightly below what a redundancy figure would be.

[Phaeton]

If it is a Compromise Agreement then you are legally bound to consult a solicitor at your companies expense,

[Amethyst]

Ula might be able to assist

[jimbo999]

Hi thanks I will message ula.

and yes I will visit a solicitor before signing the company have offered to pay but they would like to agree the amount first which is what I am unsure of.

[ULA]

What is offered as part of a Settlement Agreement (SA), formerly a Compromise Agreement, does partly depend on the circumstances and the reasons it has come about. Remember signing an S.A. precludes you from bringing an Employment Tribunal claim. Although the company will try to negotiate a figure with you an S.A. is not agreed until you have taken independent legal advice - which the company should contribute towards the cost of - and if the solicitor does not feel the sum is reflective of the issues then they can raise this with the company.

Also as part of the S.A. ensure you agree a reference which the company will then be obligated to use in the event a future employer asks them for a reference.