
Employment contracts in the Netherlands: types, rules, and pitfalls
An employment contract is the basis of the employment relationship between employer and employee. Yet there are many different types of contracts and a wide

An employment contract is the basis of the employment relationship between employer and employee. Yet there are many different types of contracts and a wide

A settlement agreement (SA) regulates the termination of your employment by mutual agreement. One of the most important components in this is the notice period.

A settlement agreement (VSO) is not only about the end of your employment, but can also affect your pension accrual. Many employees do not consider

An employer who believes an employee is underperforming (not functioning properly), may aim to terminate the employment contract. This is often done via a Mutual

For expats who work in the Netherlands, a settlement agreement (VSO) can be extra complicated. In addition to the usual topics such as severance pay

A settlement agreement (VSO) is often used to terminate employment contracts. But for a director or statutory director, different rules apply than for ordinary employees.

If your employer wants to terminate your employment, this can be done in several ways. Often, a settlement agreement (VSO) is offered. But sometimes the

When an employer and employee decide to terminate the employment, this can be done through dismissal with mutual consent. This almost always happens with a

When you receive a settlement agreement (VSO), the pressure to sign quickly can be high. Employers often make it seem as if there is urgency

A settlement agreement (VSO) is a proposal from your employer to terminate the employment relationship by mutual agreement. But what if you’re not satisfied with