Employment Law
Our Employment Law team provides specialized and practical advice on employment, industrial relations, and social security law, representing clients in various disputes. We assist with employment contracts, dismissals, collective bargaining, social plans, and labor issues related to mergers, as well as advising on global mobility and social security compliance.
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1. Employment and Industrial Relations Law
1.1 Industrial Relations Law
- Implementation and negotiation of Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Assistance with the organisation and function of personnel representation bodies
- Social Elections
- Collective Dismissal and closure of enterprises: compliance with procedures, budget estimates, and the negotiation and development of social plans
- Labour issues related to mergers and acquisitions and restructuring of companies
- Employee representation / Social dialogue
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1.2 Employment Law
- Employment contracts
- Workers’ rules and regulations
- Dismissals and termination of contracts
- Non-Compete
- Appointment and resignation of directors
- Bonus plans and employee share purchase plans
- Services Agreements
- Outsourcing
- Labour issues relating to mergers and acquisitions and restructuring of companies
- International assignments: work permits and secondment documents
- Well-being at work
In this area of law, it is very important to receive day-to-day practical and tactical advice.
2. Social Security Law
- Social Audit
- National regulations on social security contributions
- Implementation of European regulations
- Bilateral social security treaties
- Group life insurance policies
3. Global Mobility
- Business migration
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23.05.2025
•Employment Law
Important Changes to the Belgian Expatriate Tax Regime
Among all OECD countries, Belgium has the highest tax burden on labour. Nevertheless, in order to attract qualified personnel from abroad, Belgium has long provided a favourable expatriate tax regime. This regime is designed to ease the substantial Belgian tax and social security pressure for expatriates. In 2022, a new expatriate tax regime was introduced, although it is generally considered to be less advantageous than the previous system. The so-called Easter Agreement introduces a number of measures aimed at making the current regime more attractive again.
22.05.2025
•Employment Law
The Strengthened Collective Labour Agreement No. 32bis: What Has Changed Since 1 February 2025?
The National Labour Council has recently carried out a comprehensive revision of Collective Labour Agreement No. 32bis of 7 June 1985 (“CLA No. 32bis”). The update aims to strengthen the obligations regarding the information and consultation of employees in the event of a transfer of undertaking.
09.01.2025
•Employment Law
Are employees now liable for damages they cause while working?
The new Book VI of the Civil Code has significantly revised the rules around extra-contractual liability. In this article, we discuss how this reform affects the liability of employees towards their employer's contracting parties, such as customers, suppliers, and others. The new rules take effect from 1 January 2025.
24.10.2024
•Employment Law
European Employment Insights 10-24
European Employment Insights by Andersen This issue offers in-depth analyses of the latest developments in employment legislation, regulations, legal precedents, and collective agreements across 18 European countries. This month’s European Partner Spotlight features an interview with Szilvia Fehérvári from Andersen Hungary, who shares valuable insights on Hungary's employment law reforms and their impact on workplace disputes. Additionally, we examine the rising trend of termination agreements and provide practical guidance for employers on effectively managing wrongful termination claims.