Employment Law - Central and Eastern Europe NEW

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Maximum 20 participants 1-day interactive seminar
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Central London £550 + VAT

In brief:

More and more businesses are seizing growth opportunities and moving operations to Central and Eastern European countries to stay ahead of their competition. Many Western European countries have already set up operations, taking advantage of dynamic and cost-effective human resources – and the UK is hot on their heels. Doing business in different employment law jurisdictions can prove particularly problematic for the HR professionals responsible for integrating cross-country operations. A good knowledge of the employment law operating in relevant jurisdictions is vital in maintaining good staff relations and avoiding disputes.

This seminar will provide an overview of the legislative frameworks in Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic and Romania – and you will hear practical management advice, guidance on anticipated problem areas and key insights into the regional cultural differences.

This event is CPD accredited.

Designed for:

HR professionals, employment law advisers, employee relations professionals Anyone who has, or expects to have, responsibility for overseas staff in Central and Eastern Europe

Seminar highlights:

  • Benefit from practical guidance on how to operate for success in Central and Eastern Europe
  • Learn about critical employment issues, legislation and trends in Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic and Romania
  • Gain the skills and knowledge to advise colleagues on key aspects of employment law issues in four Central and Eastern European countries
  • Take advantage of legal and HR expertise combined with great networking opportunities

The Programme

09:00
Registration and coffee
09:30
The employment law framework in Poland
Key areas of Polish employment legislation will be discussed including commentary on landmark cases and the latest employment issues – with the opportunity for Q&A throughout.

 

  • Introduction to Polish employment law
  • Employment contracts - terms and conditions: probationary periods, salary, sick pay and holidays
  • Termination and disciplinary proceedings
  • Non-competition restrictions
11:00
Coffee
11:15
The employment law framework in the Czech Republic
  • Introduction to employment law in the Czech Republic and how this differs to Polish employment law
  • Employment versus agency
  • Investment incentives and employment
  • Secondment of employees - registration requirements
12:45
Lunch
13:45
The employment law framework in Hungary

  • An overview of Hungarian employment law and how it differs to the legal frameworks in Poland and the Czech Republic
  • Employment versus independent contractors and re-qualification of contracts by the court and/or by the tax authority
  • Employment of senior officers and managing directors
  • Collective rights
  • Disciplinary procedures, termination of contracts, practical challenges
15:15
Tea
15:30
The employment law framework in Romania
  • Introduction to Romanian employment law and how it differs to the other jurisdictions covered
  • Employment versus management agreements
  • Work permits - post EU accession changes
  • Disciplinary procedures – what are the practical challenges?
17:00
End of seminar

Client testimonials

Very informative

—Suzanne Watts, HR Manager, Tetley

Very informative and practical, provided a good insight

—Martine Robins, HR Director Europe, Cookson Electronics

Venue details

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Testimonials

“Very informative ”

— Suzanne Watts, HR Manager,
Tetley

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If you have 4 or more people who would benefit from this training, why not consider running it in-house?

 

  • Tailored content
  • Significant cost savings
  • Choice of time and location
  • Flexible delivery options

 

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+44 (0)20 8371 7011
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