Employment, pensions and mobility laws are all areas that have become increasingly topical and often are key to brand value.
Corporate behaviour and ethics are under increasing scrutiny from regulators, the press and employees and prospective employees. Expectations on HR teams and the c-suite are growing and there's more awareness of responsibilities and accountability.
We've established ourselves as a leader in these issues. Our international network of lawyers will help guide you towards this future, and manage the impact of today’s employment, pensions and immigration legislation on your businesses. We'll help you deal with the changing HR compliance environment in a practical and productive way.
We understand HR. We advise on everything HR managers are confronted with in their daily work and work with many HR managers dealing with complex international issues as well as issues in their own domestic countries. We negotiate and resolve conflicts between businesses and employees. Where necessary we defend our clients’ interests in court.
Our clients trust us and we can provide one point of contact for global employment and pension needs. We understand what lies at the heart of every company we work with and how to ensure they get the right talent for them and protect their reputation, especially in times of crisis. We work with business leaders and those who form policy helping to shape future rules, so we know the intricacies of local regulations and how they intersect with international standards.
We work with market disruptors who bring new ideas from other environments. Our advice and ways of working are influenced by this exposure to change. We help established businesses evolve. Our detailed local knowledge coupled with our international presence make us a perfect fit for expanding businesses. Our team includes immigration specialists, so we can advise on all your mobility requirements in Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
Whether we're dealing with employment issues or pension schemes, we'll provide the best advice for your business.
Latest news & insights
Hungary introduces new system of residence titles and work permits
In the media
by Petra Knall
Paid leave and sickness
The new rules introduced by the Law no. 2024-364 of April 22, 2024 containing various provisions for adapting to European Union law in the economics, finance, ecological transition, criminal law, labor law and agriculture matters
Work/Life: international employment news update
by multiple authors
Wage claim liability in the construction sector
by Adam Šimice and Markéta Cvrčková
UK transition to E-visa - invitation to set-up account
by Vikki Wiberg and Alexandra MacMahon
An overview of our services and main contacts for employment in CEE
The success of any organisation hinges on its people. Businesses are being scrutinised on their ability to shape and drive policy changes for the benefit of their entire workforce. One aspect of this is fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace which offers businesses a strategic advantage both within the UK and internationally. Getting it wrong has an impact on profitability and reputation.
Our team
Employment law is dynamic and we are lawyers who understand the rapidly changing world of human resources. Our team tackles “people problems” creatively, from every angle, knowing the delicate nature of employment issues which often create the most important decisions a company has to take. Our aim is to make the law work for you, not against you. We will take developing and intellectual legal concepts and apply them pragmatically, with a touch of common sense, to create workable business principles.
We cover all aspects of employment law – from advisory and transactional matters to contentious issues, and have specialists who understand the challenges of key industries such as TMC, life sciences, banking and financial services, manufacturing and engineering, transportation and so on. Our clients range from public to private sector employers, from multinational groups to small companies and a whole range of trustees. We also regularly act for c-suite and senior executives on a variety of complex matters.
Tools and online services
Modern slavery act assessment tool
The UK’s Modern Slavery Act requires businesses to disclose their approach to forced labour on their website. Affected organisations need to produce a statement within six months of their year-end. Does your business need to produce a statement?
Employee Restructuring Navigator
Our international Employee Restructuring Navigator tool equips you with the diagnostic tools you need to approach the reorganisation process with confidence. It allows you to run a variety of restructuring scenarios and review the associated legal issues you may face in Austria, France, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK, giving you the information you need to make the right choices for the future of your business.
Interface
Analysis and exploration of legal and commercial issues in tech, IP, media and related sectors.
Employment Transition Payment Tool
This free tool helps to calculate the cost of terminating or not renewing an employment contract in the Netherlands.