Posted Workers vs Secondment – Part 1

This is the first part of two articles on the notion of secondment and posting.

You may be aware that certain aspects of employment law provide an opportunity for employees to work for different employers or else travel abroad for work. This is allowed via the concept of Secondment and the Process of Posting of Workers. In either such case, employment conditions of the employee may vary, and employers must ensure that all procedure requirements are according to law for the smooth-running of services, avoidance of legal issues and the full protection of the employee.

Posted Worker

Defining Posted Worker

A posted worker is employed and based in one EU Member State by his employer but for a definite and limited time period, is sent and “posted” to another EU Member State, to carry out such work as stipulated by the employment contract.