HRM
The Problems and a Potential Resolution in a Case of Nepotism
Problems Caused by Mary
Mary Smith, the daughter of a founder of the firm has been hired despite a lack of skills needed to perform the basic duties for her position. This is a case of nepotism and has lead to some problems in the company. The problem may be seen as both practical and in terms of the psychological impact on employee relations.
At the practical level Mary has not been performing tasks which are likely to increase work loads for others, create delays and general increase levels of inefficiency. The delays in delivering initial assignments may delay other tasks and misfiled documents may be lost, so the problem requires the firm to invest more resources in rectifying the mistakes. These types of issue can be associated not only with inefficiency, but increasing costs that will negatively impact on the firms' bottom line (Williams and Laker, 2010). The fraternizing with specific employees may also cause practical problems, with increased wasted workplace time, as well as the direct and indirect impact this will have on other employees.
The presence of Mary, hired due to her fathers has had a negative impact on the existing employees, the employees were irate which will reduce their trust for the employer and may have a long-term impact on the way they perform their jobs (as seen in question 4).
Question 2 - Job Description
To rectify the problem it is necessary to define the job and tasks that are required for the position of administrative assistant, regardless of who holds the post. This may include the following.
The administrative assistant is directly responsible to the senior administrative office and has the general duties associated with providing administrative and clerical services. The employee's responsibilities will include the answering the telephone, opening, sorting and distribution...
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