Document background
The Letter of Recommendation for Work Experience is a crucial document in Austrian employment relationships, legally required under Austrian labor law. It serves as an official employment reference, providing future employers with verified information about a candidate's work history and capabilities. The document must adhere to specific legal requirements, including objectivity and truthfulness, while avoiding coded negative references (known as 'Zeugnissprache'). In Austria, employees have a legal right to receive this document upon request or at the termination of employment. The letter typically includes employment duration, job responsibilities, performance evaluation, and behavioral assessment, all while complying with GDPR and Austrian data protection regulations. This document is particularly important in the Austrian job market, where formal references carry significant weight in hiring decisions.
