Employee Relations

(Note: this information builds upon our previous summary of key French employment contract details, which can be viewed here). In this article, we will dive more deeply into the information…

Although the contract of employment is a document every company (and every employee) understands, specific terms vary by country.  This article highlights and explains some of the key details included…

As in the UK and other countries, French companies generally use two main contract of employment types: permanent and fixed-term. Contrat à Durée Indéterminée (CDI) is the standard permanent contract…

For international companies, establishing a successful French business presence requires a detailed understanding of the differences in employment legislation, culture and practice.  In particular, many global companies fall foul of…

Whatever the reason for making a French employee redundant, it must be both clear and rigorously defendable: for example, audited accounts that prove economic difficulties.  In the event of a…