Employment Law Belgium

Overview

Course duration: 1 day.

A large proportion of UK employers have responsibility for staff based in Belgium. As the law in this jurisdiction differs considerably from UK law, it is crucial you are aware of the key differences to ensure you manage your people within the law. This seminar provides key insights into the employment law framework governing Belgium and through a case study led approach equips participants with the skills and knowledge to operate for success in this country. Led by Sylvie Cousin, a lawyer from top firm Eversheds, you will also gain access to an expert who will advise you on latest changes and key issues HR must be aware of.

What will I learn?

By the end of this course you will be able to

•Understand the legal framework governing Belgium, including latest developments and law in the pipeline. •Appreciate the differences in the law to the UK position and learn how to deal with key HR issues appropriately. •Apply the knowledge learned to real-life scenarios and assess how to deal with practical situations in the most effective and time efficient way.

What will it cover?

•An introduction to Belgian employment law: examining the legal system and the social framework •Getting started: recruiting staff and making employment contracts •Key terms in employment contracts: language; duration; trial periods; non competition; notice periods •Typical benefits •Appreciating the role of trade unions in Belgium and how this impacts HR •Working time: key considerations •Dealing with absence and performance •Discipline and grievances •Ways of terminating employment and general dismissal protection •Information and consultation •Employment tribunals and claims •Discrimination law •Future developments in labour law