Headcount, hiring & workforce planning · Core

Temporary worker

Also called: temp

ELI5

A worker engaged for a limited period or assignment.

Used in conversation

“The people plan needs to explain how temporary worker affects roles and decisions.”

Pitch context

You will see “Temporary worker” in organisation plans, workforce reviews, change programmes and people reports when the discussion reaches headcount, hiring & workforce planning.

Why it matters: In headcount, hiring & workforce planning, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

Sources & evidence · 2

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