Document background
The Certificate of Employment and Salary is a mandatory document in the Austrian employment landscape, required under various circumstances including employee requests, termination of employment, or for specific administrative purposes. This document type is specifically regulated under Austrian law, with employers legally obligated to provide it upon request. The certificate must include detailed information about the employment relationship, including the nature and duration of employment, position held, and salary details. It serves multiple purposes, from supporting job applications to providing evidence for financial institutions or government authorities. The document must be drafted carefully to comply with Austrian legal requirements, including the principle of 'benevolent formulation' while maintaining factual accuracy. A proper Certificate of Employment and Salary is particularly important in Austria, where such documentation carries significant weight in professional and administrative contexts.
