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How to Hire Workers in Austria | Employer of Record (EOR) in Austria

Expanding into Austria? Our EOR services provide comprehensive support tailored to the Austrian market. We help you navigate local labor laws and cultural nuances, ensuring compliance and smooth operations. From Vienna to Salzburg, our expertise in Austrian employment regulations allows you to establish your business with ease, knowing that you have a reliable partner managing your international employment needs.

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With a population of over 9 million people, Austria boasts a highly skilled and educated workforce. From the historic streets of Vienna to the stunning mountains of the Alps, Austria offers a unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.

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Worker Classifications

Historically, individuals were classified as Workers (e.g. blue-collar) or employees (e.g. white collar). In the present day, there is little difference between the two from an employment law perspective. Senior managers are occasionally exempt from certain labor laws and CBAs. 

Fixed-Term Contracts

In Austria, fixed-term contracts are permitted and may only be used in limited situations and must have a clearly defined termination date. Fixed term contracts must be for a minimum of six months and a maximum of five years. No renewals are permitted. Fixed term contracts can only be terminated before the agreed expiration for cause or by mutual agreement. 

Probationary Periods

Except as it relates to apprentices, probationary periods cannot be longer than one month. During a probationary period, either the Worker or the employer can terminate the agreement without a reason. 

Holidays

In Austria, Workers recognize 13 paid public holidays. Unless otherwise dictated by CBA, work performed on a public holiday should be compensated at double pay.

Vacation

Workers on a five-day workweek are entitled to 25 days of paid vacation annually (30 for Workers on a six-day workweek). Accrued but unused leave carries over year to year for a maximum of two years. Upon termination, unused vacation shall be paid as an allowance in lieu of taking annual leave. 

Sick Leave

Workers are entitled to full salary for up to six weeks during a period of injury or illness. The entitlement increases to eight weeks after one year of service. After that period is exhausted, Workers are entitled to an additional four weeks of half-pay.

Overtime

Unless otherwise stipulated or dictated by collective agreement, work in excess of normal working hours should be compensated at 150% of wages (200% in cases of night work or Sunday work). Overtime must not exceed 12 hours per day or 20 hours per week. Workers may refuse overtime in some instances. 

Mandatory Bonuses

Workers receive 13th and 14th month bonuses, each equal to one month's wages. The former is generally issued in June and the latter in December. 

Termination

Except in cases of misconduct, terminating a Worker requires notice and, in some cases, severance. The notice required depends on the length of service. Workers wit two years of service or less are entitled to six weeks' notice. Workers with more than two but less than five year of service are entitle to two months' notice. Good cause must also be provided for termination of protected Workers (e.g. pregnant Workers, parents on parental leave, disabled persons, etc.). Collective dismissals require notification to the Austrian Employment Service no later than 30 days in advance. Employers must notify the labor branch of the public employment services (AMS) if they intend to dismiss a group of Workers if their total employee count meets a certain threshold. Failure to inform the AMS could result in the dismissal being deemed unlawful. 

Resignation

Workers must give at leave one months' notice of resignation regardless of their length of service. The parties can contract to increase the notice period up to six months. 

Other End of Employment Rules

Employers must notify the labor brand of the public employment services (AMS) if they intend to dismiss a group of Workers if their total employee count meets a certain threshold. Failure to inform the AMS could result in the dismissal being deemed unlawful.

Mandatory Employer Costs

Generally, Workers are entitled a contribution to their social insurance (appx. 21%), a pension fund (appx. 1.5%), and a family equalization fund (appx. 4%). Municipal tax (3%) must also be paid as a contribution. 

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