HR Chat: Office Relationship

The office is buzzing after Valentine’s Day weekend. An employee has brought to your attention a social media post showing that one of your department leads is now in a romantic relationship with a direct report. As the HR director, you’re concerned about how this may appear to others and the potential for perceived or actual favoritism. Currently, there is no company policy prohibiting workplace relationships. Given that, can you implement a policy retroactively, or what would be the most appropriate course of action moving forward?

Workplace relationships can present sensitive challenges for HR, but with guidance from the attorneys at myHRcounsel, navigating them doesn’t have to be complicated. We can help you develop a clear, compliant policy or address any questions that arise from the situation, giving you confidence that your approach is supported by experienced legal counsel.