All About Employee Rights in France
Learn which employee protection laws you should be aware of when hiring in France and how Justworks can help.
How Justworks Can Help with Compliance in France
Navigating business compliance can be challenging – especially figuring out unfamiliar labor laws in another country like France. Luckily, Justworks can help you streamline international hiring and offer guidance on French employment laws. With our global hiring solution, you can minimize the costs and risks associated with hiring and managing a team in France while skipping local entity setup.
What HR Leaders Need to Know
Here are some top-level things to ensure you’re hiring compliantly in France.Â
Employment Contracts
In France, fixed-term, part-time, and temporary employment require written employment contracts to avoid future litigations and compliance problems. Contracts should be translated into French and include:Â
Identification of both parties
Job title and job duties
Working hours
Where work will take place
Employment start date
Length of probationary period (if applicable)Â
Leave entitlements
Any collective bargaining agreements
Payslips
Employers must provide payslips that include gross pay, social security deductions, and the name of the employee and employer. Employers may present employees with a hard copy or an electronic payslip.
Labor Laws in France
French labor laws strongly protect employee rights, so partnering with Justworks can save you time and money while helping you avoid sticky situations.
Ready to Hire Confidently in France?
Justworks makes building your global team seamless by offering local expertise to help you understand the nuances of the talent market in France. Save yourself the time and hassle of international hiring today.
