Document background
A Dismissal Letter is a crucial document in Austrian employment law used to formally terminate an employment relationship. It must be drafted in compliance with strict Austrian legal requirements, including specific notice periods defined by the Salaried Employees Act and the Austrian Civil Code. The document is used when an employer wishes to end an employment relationship through ordinary termination (rather than immediate dismissal for cause). The letter must include specific elements such as the explicit termination statement, notice period, and final working day. Special consideration must be given to protected categories of employees, works council consultation requirements if applicable, and any relevant collective agreements. The timing of delivery is crucial as it affects the notice period calculation, and the format must meet formal requirements under Austrian law.
