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In my work as a human resources consultant, I often see new mothers returning to work after maternity leave. Most, if not all, are under a lot of stress due to the situation they face in the Icelandic welfare system. It is not possible to rely on the children getting into kindergarten on time […]
Attentus has signed an agreement with Te og kaffi for a sponsor in human resources matters. We look forward to helping this great company take a step towards more efficient human resources.
Since its foundation in 2012, the Reykjavík Mother's Support Committee's education fund has supported low-income women to study in order to give them increased opportunities in the labor market.
Since its foundation in 2012, the Reykjavík Mother's Support Committee's education fund has supported low-income women to study in order to give them increased opportunities in the labor market.
The annual report "Women in the Workplace" is published by McKinsey and Company and LeanIn.Org. The report examines the status of women in the U.S. workforce and is based on data from 270 companies employing over ten million people, data from a survey of over 27,000 employees, and interviews with […]
In 2017, companies and organizations with 25 or more employees were required to obtain equal pay certification by meeting the requirements of the equal pay standard ÍST 85:2012. The goal of the equal pay certification was to implement a systematic procedure that would ensure that employees receive equal pay and the same benefits for the…
A model project at Kõra Connect that we are proud to be able to participate in by providing access to our experts in the fields of psychology, coaching and counseling. Grindvík residents are offered free support and health services – RÚV.is (ruv.is)
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Attentus – human resources and consulting, provides services and consulting on everything related to operations based on the emphasis of human resources management. The service is based on professional knowledge, experience and ambition. We emphasize simple and effective ways that contribute to operational success and job satisfaction. — Human Resources Audits Over the past 15…
With the election approaching, it will be interesting to follow the parties' policies on this issue. For example, could we offer an incentive system or tax breaks for companies that demonstrate active integration and training? It is our social responsibility to support immigrants in the workplace and ensure that we treat all our employees equally.
At Attentus, we welcome a new team member and warmly welcome Mária Klárá Jónsdóttir to the group. María Klara is a lawyer with a license to practice law before the District Court, having completed her law degree from Reykjavík University and also studied at the Faculty of Law of Stockholm University. After graduating with a…
At Attentus, we send our best electronic wishes for a Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year, and thank you for your pleasant cooperation this year. Instead of Christmas gifts and cards, Attentus has decided to support Neistann, a charity for children with heart conditions. (We turned to our friends at ChatGPT to make our…
Man as a social being Belonging to groups is a big part of human life. Our need to belong varies from person to person, i.e. which groups we want to belong to and how strongly we want to connect with each group. But why is this need so strong? Since time immemorial, humans have lived…
Tryggvi Þór Jóhannsson and Hildur Baldvinsdóttir have joined the Attentus advisory group
In the last few weeks, two employees have joined the group, Dagmar Viðarsdóttir and Egill Ingi Jakobsen.
In the last few weeks, two employees have joined the group, Dagmar Viðarsdóttir and Egill Ingi Jakobsen.
Ástríður Þórey Jónsdóttir and Helga Lára Haarde have joined the Attentus ownership group. The company is also introducing a new psychological service aimed at the business community.
A way for managers to manage absences, increase attendance and employee well-being. Article by our Ásgeir and Jóhann Attendance Management
Companies with 25-49 employees on an annual basis can, according to Act No. 150/2020, choose to obtain an equal pay confirmation issued by the Equality Authority or obtain equal pay certification. Companies or institutions must complete this work no later than December 31, 2022. Companies that request an equal pay confirmation must meet certain conditions…
Companies with 25-49 employees on an annual basis can, according to Act No. 150/2020, choose to obtain an equal pay confirmation issued by the Equality Authority or obtain equal pay certification. Companies or institutions must complete this work no later than December 31, 2022. Companies requesting equal pay certification must meet certain criteria with the…
The demand for the “superwoman” is an old story and a new one, and I believe that women of all ages are familiar with the demands to perform well on all fronts. It is somehow part of the social structure and embedded in the national psyche that the “Icelandic woman” is healthy, strong and does…
We are proud to introduce three new employees, an engineer, a lawyer and a business analyst. We are incredibly excited about the projects that lie ahead of us and to have these dynamic young people join our team! Ásgeir Gunnarsson most recently worked at Altis, including as the Director of Sports. He has handled a variety…
There are many definitions of workplace culture. In a recent effort by the Icelandic Occupational Safety and Health Administration, it is defined as the values, habits and attitudes that prevail in the work environment and that employees adopt in communication, collaboration and problem solving. Workplace culture is intertwined with everything that happens in the workplace,…