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# company policies — Recruiter

As a Recruiter, 'Company Policies' isn’t just about *knowing* the handbook – it’s about applying those rules consistently and ethically throughout the entire hiring process. Daily tasks involve ensuring job postings comply with EEO/diversity guidelines (a core policy area), accurately representing benefits & compensation as defined by company policy, and adhering to data privacy regulations when handling candidate information (GDPR, CCPA etc.). You'll use tools like ATS systems which often have built-in compliance checks, but *you* are the final line of defense. Good looks like proactively identifying potential policy conflicts in a new role before posting it, or flagging ambiguous wording that could lead to legal issues.

## Praxiswissen (Stack Exchange, CC-BY-SA 4.0)

**A high-performing developer consistently exceeds the allowed amount of remote work, despite previous conversations about adhering to company policy. The manager is hesitant to push the issue due to the developer's valuable contributions.**

Focus on outcomes rather than strict adherence to rules when those rules don’t demonstrably impact productivity or collaboration. Before enforcing a policy, critically evaluate *why* it exists and whether its benefits outweigh the potential negative consequences of enforcement, especially with top performers. Prioritize results over presenteeism; if work quality isn't suffering, consider if the policy violation is truly problematic.

*Source: [Top developer doing more home office than allowed](https://workplace.stackexchange.com/q/119816) — answer by Philip Kendall, CC-BY-SA 4.0*

**A waiter in Virginia was told by their boss they would be financially responsible for a customer who left without paying, despite having no control over the situation. They questioned the legality and fairness of this policy.**

Employers cannot legally deduct wages from an employee's paycheck – even to cover losses like unpaid bills – without written consent, and doing so can result in significant penalties. While confronting a manager with legal information is a good first step, it’s important to recognize that some employers may disregard labor laws; prioritizing self-protection through job searching and filing complaints with the Department of Labor might be necessary if the issue isn't resolved.

*Source: [Is it acceptable to ask a waiter to pay if a customer leaves without paying?](https://workplace.stackexchange.com/q/96212) — answer by user2896564, CC-BY-SA 4.0*

**A highly productive engineer is refusing to submit new patent disclosures after the company drastically reduced financial incentives for doing so, and the manager suspects he’s hiding work done outside of regular hours.**

This situation highlights a breakdown in trust stemming from the company devaluing an employee's contributions. When incentives are removed without addressing employee concerns, particularly for high performers, it can lead to disengagement and even deception. Companies should anticipate such reactions when making significant policy changes and consider the long-term cost of losing valuable employees rather than focusing solely on short-term savings.

*Source: [Engineer refusing to file/disclose patents](https://workplace.stackexchange.com/q/132387) — answer by Gregory Currie, CC-BY-SA 4.0*

**An employee who used their personal phone number in their email signature for work purposes is being asked to port the number to the company upon resignation, despite having owned it for years prior to employment and no agreement about transferring ownership.**

Personal assets used *for* a company are not automatically owned by the company simply because they were utilized during employment. Employers cannot legally withhold final pay over such an asset without facing significant penalties from labor authorities; documenting any threats of wage withholding is crucial for filing a complaint. Companies should have formally assumed responsibility (and billing) for work-related expenses like phone service if they intended to claim ownership or control, and failing to do so reinforces the employee's rights.

*Source: [Does my company own my phone number?](https://workplace.stackexchange.com/q/159634) — answer by Stephan Branczyk, CC-BY-SA 4.0*

**An employee's previously approved time off was revoked last minute because a coworker requested the same dates, despite a stated 'first come, first served' policy and advance request guidance. The employee now faces financial loss due to non-refundable travel arrangements.**

When an employer creates a conflict with pre-approved commitments due to poor planning or changes in circumstance, it’s reasonable to negotiate for them to cover associated losses. Proactively framing the issue as a cost to *them* – rather than simply your inconvenience – can be effective. While not guaranteed, presenting a solution that requires minimal effort from the employer (like covering change fees) increases the likelihood of a positive outcome and demonstrates professional problem-solving.

*Source: [What to do when previously approved time off is being revoked at the last second](https://workplace.stackexchange.com/q/124136) — answer by Johnny, CC-BY-SA 4.0*

## Weitere Anreicherung

Stage-2 source for future practitioner grounding: CORE / DOAB (open-access HR & organisational research).
