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Did September’s amendment to the Labor Code meet companies’ expectations?

Prepared by AmCham member: Accace

The amendment to the Labor Code was one of the most anticipated changes among employers this year. Managers of Slovak companies were clamouring for the new Labor Code to enhance the flexibility of employment relations. They called for less stringent conditions of hiring and dismissal, more flexible working hours and overtime, among other modifications. Did the legislators succeed in delivering effective tools? The recent results of a survey by Accace capture the initial mood and experiences of CEOs and HR managers at companies in Slovakia.

Prepared by AmCham member: Accace

The amendment to the Labor Code was one of the most anticipated changes among employers this year. Managers of Slovak companies were clamouring for the new Labor Code to enhance the flexibility of employment relations. They called for less stringent conditions of hiring and dismissal, more flexible working hours and overtime, among other modifications. Did the legislators succeed in delivering effective tools? The recent results of a survey by Accace capture the initial mood and experiences of CEOs and HR managers at companies in Slovakia.