This document establishes comprehensive Hiring and Termination Policies aligned with Austrian labor law requirements and organizational best practices. It is designed for use by organizations operating in Austria to ensure compliance with local employment regulations while maintaining efficient human resources processes. The policies cover the entire employment lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to separation, incorporating mandatory legal requirements such as notice periods, severance pay provisions, and works council consultations where applicable. These policies should be implemented by all organizations with employees in Austria and must be regularly updated to reflect changes in employment legislation and organizational needs. The document serves as a crucial tool for maintaining consistent HR practices while ensuring legal compliance with Austrian employment regulations.
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1. Introduction and Scope: Purpose of the policies, their application scope, and legal framework
2. Definitions: Clear definitions of key terms used throughout the policies
3. Hiring Process: Standardized recruitment procedures, including job posting, selection criteria, and interview process
4. Employment Categories: Classifications of employment (full-time, part-time, temporary, etc.) and associated rights
5. Probationary Period: Duration and conditions of probationary periods for new employees
6. Working Hours and Time Recording: Standard working hours, flexibility options, and time tracking requirements
7. Remuneration and Benefits: Salary structure, payment periods, and statutory benefits
8. Leave Entitlements: Various types of leave (annual, sick, maternity/paternity, etc.) and request procedures
9. Performance Management: Performance review processes and consequences of underperformance
10. Disciplinary Procedures: Progressive discipline steps and serious misconduct handling
11. Termination Procedures: Grounds for termination, notice periods, and procedural requirements
12. Final Settlement: Process for final salary calculation, severance pay, and return of company property
13. Data Protection: Handling of employee personal data during and after employment
14. Policy Review and Updates: Frequency and process for policy updates and communications
1. Remote Work Policies: Guidelines for remote work arrangements, applicable when organization offers remote work options
2. International Assignments: Policies for international transfers or assignments, needed for companies with international operations
3. Industry-Specific Requirements: Special requirements for regulated industries or specific professional categories
4. Collective Agreement References: Specific provisions from applicable collective agreements, required if organization is bound by collective agreements
5. Works Council Cooperation: Procedures for works council involvement, required for companies with works councils
6. Training and Development: Professional development policies and training requirements
7. Non-Competition Clauses: Post-employment restrictions, if applicable to certain positions
1. Schedule A - Employment Contract Templates: Standard employment contract templates for different categories of employees
2. Schedule B - Notice Period Tables: Detailed tables showing notice periods based on length of service and employee category
3. Schedule C - Disciplinary Process Flowchart: Visual representation of disciplinary procedures and appeals process
4. Schedule D - Leave Request Forms: Standard forms for various types of leave requests
5. Schedule E - Performance Review Templates: Standardized forms for conducting performance reviews
6. Schedule F - Exit Interview Questionnaire: Standard format for conducting and documenting exit interviews
7. Schedule G - Final Settlement Checklist: Comprehensive checklist for processing employee departures
8. Appendix 1 - Relevant Legal References: Key provisions from Austrian labor law affecting hiring and termination
9. Appendix 2 - Company-Specific Benefits: Detailed description of additional company benefits and eligibility criteria
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