Hiring Guide
Italy
Italy combines Milan’s commercial strength, Rome’s global profile and industrial districts across the north and centre. Employers may hire in manufacturing, fashion, design, food, tourism, automotive, life sciences, engineering, finance and technology.
Interested in hiring or expanding in Italy? Danbro International can support you on every step of this journey, allowing you to unleash global talent efficiently, compliantly, and quickly.
Disclaimer
This document is provided for informational purposes only and reflects general market practice and applicable law as understood at the time of publication. It does not constitute legal, tax, or compliance advice. Employment law, tax legislation, and statutory rates are subject to change without notice, and obligations may vary depending on sector, collective bargaining agreement, and individual circumstances. Danbro International recommends that clients seek independent legal counsel before making employment decisions. For specific guidance, please contact your Danbro International account team.
Detailed Info about Italy
- Employment type allowed: Fixed term (maximum duration of 24months/extension limit-4times), Indefinite
- Work Type:40 hours/week
- Probation period: duration varies based on employee job classification as defined by National Collective Bargaining Agreement ( max 45 days for recruitment consultant roles)
- Background checks:employer may conduct background checks only if they are relevant to assessing the applicants' qualifications for the job
- Activity supported: White collar
- Notice Period: minimum 15 day. Starts either on the 1st or the 16th day of the month, depending on the date when the resignation or dismissal is communicated
- Employer Cost: 30.11%
- Mandatory Benefits: additional monthly payments (13th and 14th salary)- driven by the Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Supplemental Benefits: Meal vouchers, car allowance
- Paid Leave: 26 working days per year ( 30days – executive roles)
- Pay Frequency: Monthly
- Pay Currency: Euro
- Visa Support: Currently unavailable
- Termination:during probation period, either party can terminate at any time. Employee resignation, employer dismissal will have to respect notice period.
- Termination costs: will include vacation pay out/bonus payout as stipulated in the employment contract. If reason is mutual termination, the agreement will provide an additional sum.
- Sick leave: maximum protected sick leave of 180 days , employee cannot be dismissed due to illness during that period ( medical certificate submitted to INPS- Italy’s National Social Security Institute). First 3 days paid by employer, from day 4 onwards it is covered by INPS.
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