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Fixed-term contracts are permitted in Finland, but there must be a valid reason (e.g. project work, maternity cover, summer job, etc.). It cannot be extended more than once. The maximum duration is five years. Termination requirements must be followed for fixed-term contracts including notice periods.
There are no official classifications of Workers in Finland. However, collective bargaining agreements may provide different protections and benefits for different classes of Workers.
Probationary periods are permitted for a maximum of six months. During the probationary period, employment contracts may be terminated by either party with two weeks notice.
Workers recognize between 9 and 11 public holidays in Finland per year. Only two of the holidays (May 1 and December 6) are paid days off. If work is performed on a public holiday, wages are payable at 150%.
After one month of service, Workers are entitled to paid sick leave. The employer must pay full-salary for the first nine days of illness or injury. This is referred to as the "waiting period." Employers may request a medical certificate, but it is not required. After the waiting period, the payments are taken over by the Finnish social system (Kela).
After one month of service, Workers are entitled to paid sick leave. The employer must pay full-salary for the first nine days of illness or injury. This is referred to as the "waiting period." Employers may request a medical certificate, but it is not required. After the waiting period, the payments are taken over by the Finnish social system (Kela).
There are no exemptions from overtime. Overtime is considered on a weekly basis and is payable at 150% for the first two hours and 200% thereafter. Overtime may not exceed 250 hours in a year.
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