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European Employment Law Essentials for HR Professionals

HR professionals working in or with European organisations need a solid understanding of employment law principles. This course covers EU employment law frameworks and common national approaches, including contracts, working time, equality and anti-discrimination, data protection, transfers of undertakings, collective consultation, dismissals and recent developments such as pay transparency and platform work.

5 days Classroom or live online English
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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Employment law mistakes lead to claims, penalties and damaged employee relations. This course helps HR professionals understand key requirements and manage people decisions lawfully across European contexts.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

  • Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
  • Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
  • Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.
Course methodology

How you will learn.

The course uses case examples, scenario discussions, policy reviews and practical checklists. It provides general information and does not constitute legal advice; national laws differ.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the structure of EU employment law
  • Understand employment contracts and key employee rights
  • Apply working time, leave and equality requirements
  • Manage employee data in line with data protection law
  • Handle restructurings, transfers and collective consultation
  • Manage disciplinary and dismissal processes lawfully
Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

  • HR managers and HR business partners
  • HR officers in multinational organisations
  • Employee relations specialists
  • Line managers with HR responsibilities
  • Legal and compliance professionals
Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

  • Employment law awareness
  • Contract management
  • Equality compliance
  • HR data protection
  • Restructuring compliance
  • Fair dismissal processes
Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1EU Employment Law Framework

  1. 09:00–09:54Sources of EU employment law
  2. 09:54–10:48Directives and national implementation
  3. 10:48–11:00Courts and case law
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Courts and case law (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Recent developments
  7. 13:06–14:00Exercise: Mapping applicable rules

Day 2Contracts and Working Conditions

  1. 09:00–09:54Employment contracts and transparent conditions
  2. 09:54–10:48Working time and leave
  3. 10:48–11:00Part-time, fixed-term and agency work
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Part-time, fixed-term and agency work (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Remote work
  7. 13:06–14:00Case scenarios: Working conditions

Day 3Equality and Data Protection

  1. 09:00–09:54Anti-discrimination rules
  2. 09:54–10:48Pay transparency
  3. 10:48–11:00Harassment
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Harassment (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Employee data protection
  7. 13:06–14:00Workshop: Policy review

Day 4Restructuring and Transfers

  1. 09:00–09:54Transfers of undertakings
  2. 09:54–10:48Collective redundancies
  3. 10:48–11:00Information and consultation
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Information and consultation (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Works councils
  7. 13:06–14:00Case study: Restructuring compliance

Day 5Discipline and Dismissal

  1. 09:00–09:54Fair processes
  2. 09:54–10:48Notice and termination
  3. 10:48–11:00Settlement agreements
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Settlement agreements (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Managing disputes
  7. 13:06–14:00Capstone: HR compliance checklist

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Kuala Lumpur 16 Nov - 20 Nov 2026
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£1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 16 Nov - 20 Nov 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Cape Town 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
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£1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Paris 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
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£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Istanbul 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Amsterdam 4 Jan - 8 Jan 2027
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£2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 4 Jan - 8 Jan 2027
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Singapore 18 Jan - 22 Jan 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 18 Jan - 22 Jan 2027
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London 1 Feb - 5 Feb 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 1 Feb - 5 Feb 2027
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Dubai 15 Feb - 19 Feb 2027
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£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 15 Feb - 19 Feb 2027
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Vienna 22 Feb - 26 Feb 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 22 Feb - 26 Feb 2027
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Frankfurt 1 Mar - 5 Mar 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 1 Mar - 5 Mar 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 15 Mar - 19 Mar 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 15 Mar - 19 Mar 2027
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Paris 5 Apr - 9 Apr 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 5 Apr - 9 Apr 2027
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Istanbul 19 Apr - 23 Apr 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 19 Apr - 23 Apr 2027
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Barcelona 26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027
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Amsterdam 3 May - 7 May 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 3 May - 7 May 2027
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Singapore 17 May - 21 May 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 17 May - 21 May 2027
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London 7 Jun - 11 Jun 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 7 Jun - 11 Jun 2027
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Dubai 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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Rome 28 Jun - 2 Jul 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 28 Jun - 2 Jul 2027
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Frankfurt 5 Jul - 9 Jul 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 5 Jul - 9 Jul 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 19 Jul - 23 Jul 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 19 Jul - 23 Jul 2027
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Paris 2 Aug - 6 Aug 2027
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£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 2 Aug - 6 Aug 2027
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Istanbul 16 Aug - 20 Aug 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 16 Aug - 20 Aug 2027
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Rome 30 Aug - 3 Sept 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 30 Aug - 3 Sept 2027
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Amsterdam 6 Sept - 10 Sept 2027
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£2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 6 Sept - 10 Sept 2027
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Singapore 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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£2,820.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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London 4 Oct - 8 Oct 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 4 Oct - 8 Oct 2027
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Dubai 18 Oct - 22 Oct 2027
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£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 18 Oct - 22 Oct 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Frankfurt 1 Nov - 5 Nov 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 1 Nov - 5 Nov 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Cape Town 8 Nov - 12 Nov 2027
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£1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 8 Nov - 12 Nov 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Kuala Lumpur 15 Nov - 19 Nov 2027
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£1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 15 Nov - 19 Nov 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Paris 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
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£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
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Istanbul 13 Dec - 17 Dec 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 13 Dec - 17 Dec 2027
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£1,250.-Register

Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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