Hiring employees in Belgium is not just a matter of agreeing on a salary and a start date. Belgian employment law is highly structured, and the type of employment contract you choose determines important rights and obligations for both the employer and the employee. For companies expanding into Belgium —
Doing business in Belgium comes with an entirely different set of employment rules than in many other countries. While Belgian law offers a high degree of worker protection, it also imposes specific, sometimes strict, obligations on employers — including foreign companies with Belgian staff. Here are five key points every
In an interesting decision by the Court of Cassation of 2 February 2025, the Court rules on the implications of a bonusplan (wrongfully) drafted in English. The case involved an employee who, after termination, claimed payment of a bonus based on the company’s bonus plan. The bonus plan was however
From 1 February 2025, Belgian employers transferring (part of) their business will face new obligations under CLA 32bis (“TUPE”). These changes are designed to enhance transparency and employee involvement in the lead-up to a transfer by bringing the acquiring company more squarely into the conversation. If you’re planning a transfer—or
With the increasing regulatory complexity surrounding workplace investigations, many companies expanding to or operating within Belgium may find the local legal landscape challenging. While external workplace investigations are permitted in Belgium, specific laws govern their conduct, emphasizing transparency, privacy, and due process. What Constitutes a Workplace Investigation in Belgium? A
Notice periods in Belgium are a crucial aspect of Belgian employment law. They require a specific period to be respected when either the employer or the employee terminates the employment contract. They are solely based on the employee’s seniority. Belgian Notice Periods for Employees In Belgium, the notice period an