Bermuda
Bermuda, known for its pink-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and stable economy, is an attractive destination for businesses looking to expand internationally. TCWGlobal serves as your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of hiring in Bermuda, offering comprehensive solutions for building your contingent workforce.
There are no official subcategories of Workers in Bermuda.
Fixed-term contracts are permitted to complete a specific project, cover another Worker's absence, or meet a business' short-term needs. Fixed-term contracts may be terminated early by either party, but the employer must give the employee reasonable notice of termination. The specific notice period will vary depending on the length of the contract and the circumstances of the termination.
The maximum contractual probationary period is 6 months. The probationary period can be extended once for an additional 3-month period, for a total maximum probationary period of 9 months. Halfway through a Worker's probationary period, the Worker is entitled to receive a performance review. No notice is required for termination during the probationary period, but the termination can only be related to the Worker's performance, the Worker's conduct, or the operational requirements of the business. Workers are entitle do all social and health insurance benefits during their probationary period.
Bermuda recognizes 10 public holidays. Generally, holidays are paid days off at the Workers' usual daily wage. If required to work, Workers should receive 1.5x their daily wage or regular pay with an alternative day off. If a Worker is absent the day before or after a public holiday unless they have used vacation or sick leave, they will not be entitled to pay for the holiday.
Workers are entitled to at least 2 weeks of paid vacation per year. 1 week can be taken after 6 months of continuous employment. Vacation does not automatically roll over from year to year. The untaken paid leave must be paid out at termination.
Workers receive a minimum of 8 paid sick days after 1 year of continuous employment. Workers are not entitled to paid leave after the second consecutive sick day unless the Worker provides a doctor’s note certifying that they have examined the worker and determined that the Worker is unable to work due to the sickness or injury. Workers may be able to be terminated after 6 weeks of illness.
A standard work week is 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week. Workers are entitled to a 30-minute unpaid meal break after 5 consecutive hours worked. 24 consecutive hours of rest must be provided each week.
Work over 40 hours per week is considered overtime. Overtime is paid at 1.5x the workers’ usual rate or compensated with time in lieu of pay.
There are no mandatory bonuses in Bermuda.
Terminations must be for just cause. Just cause for termination is Bermuda is connected to the Worker's ability, performance, conduct, or the operational requirements for business. If requested, the Worker must be provided with a certificate of termination indicating the reason for termination. For misconduct, the Worker must be provided with a written warning in the event of repeated misconduct or unsatisfactory performance and must be provided with time to improve. Workers are entitled to 2 weeks' wages as severance per 1 year of continuous employment for up to 10 years. Thereafter, 3 weeks of wages as severance are payable up to a maximum of 26 weeks.
Workers are required to give notice as determined by their pay frequency. Workers must give 1 months' notice.
Workers are entitled to 50% minimum health insurance coverage for themselves and their spouse. 5% pension contributions.
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