A dismissal in Spain often proceeds differently from what Dutch employers expect. Not only do the grounds for dismissal differ, but the procedure, formal requirements and financial consequences are also governed by different rules. Even a small error in the dismissal letter or insufficient substantiation can have serious consequences.

As Director of OTIS Legal Group and a lawyer specialising in both Spanish and Dutch employment law, Nicoline Rijken assists Dutch, Belgian and international companies with employment law matters in Spain on a daily basis. Her knowledge of both legal systems enables her to identify where the main differences and most common misunderstandings arise.

In our latest whitepaper, “Dismissal in Spain” (in Dutch language), we explain the key issues relating to individual dismissals in Spain. These include the different grounds for dismissal, the applicable procedure, severance compensation and the pitfalls employers regularly encounter in practice. This helps you understand what you need to consider as an employer before terminating an employment contract.

Would you like to know more?

Do you have questions about dismissing an employee in Spain, or would you like to know what options are available to you as an employer? Please feel free to contact OTIS Legal Group. We advise and assist Dutch and international companies with employment law matters in Spain on a daily basis.