Focus on the fixed-term contract – Part.1

Focus on the fixed-term contract – Part.1

The fixed-term employment contract (CDD) must be drawn up in writing and contain a certain number of compulsory mentions. It must be sent to the employee within 2 days of hiring. Failure to comply with this time limit does not in itself result in the conversion of the fixed-term contract into an open-ended contract, but entitles the employee to compensation. (Source : Site officiel de l’administration française)

• What is a fixed-term contract?
• In what cases can a fixed-term contract be used?
• What is the duration of a fixed-term contract?
• Is it possible to have several fixed-term contracts on the same position?
• What clauses must be included in the fixed-term contract?
• How long is the trial period?

Merve KASTACI, jurist in social law within the team of Arnaud Blanc de la Naulte, brings you her expertise.