Employment law in the Qatar Financial Centre
Employment law in the Qatar Financial Centre is characterised by a commercial and regulatory environment conforming to international best practices and is distinct from the regulatory landscape of the State of Qatar. This virtual live course will ensure compliance with evolving regulations.
Synopsis
Employment law in the Qatar Financial Centre (“QFC”) is characterised by a commercial and regulatory environment conforming to international best practices and is distinct from the regulatory landscape of the State of Qatar. In the QFC, employment relationships are governed by the QFC Employment Regulations (Regulation No. 10 of 2006), and the Employment Code, both providing a robust framework for employment contracts, anti-discrimination measures and dispute resolution. The QFC Employment Regulations offer clarity on contractual terms, termination procedures and employee rights and also mandate adherence to international standards and fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces. Employers in the QFC should be mindful of ongoing legal developments and market practice, to ensure compliance with evolving regulations, promoting a balanced and harmonious employer-employee relationship.
Who should attend
This QFC employment law virtual training course is relevant to QFC regional HR managers and international HR managers or directors with responsibility for employees in the QFC. It will also be useful to managers and directors who anticipate entering either markets and who need to be aware of their responsibilities to their people. A prior knowledge of employment law in the QFC is not required to attend this course.
Programme
Session One
The employment law landscape in the QFC
- overview
- framework and structure
Recruitment
- background checks
- immigration
Contracts of employment
- mandatory requirements
- choice of law
Key provisions
- probation
- term and notice
- pay, allowances, deductions
- leave entitlements
- working hours and overtime
- entitlements on termination
- non-compete
Session Two
Employee benefits
- structuring employee benefits packages in line with QFC standards
Disciplinary matters
- statutory requirements
- additional considerations
- practical guidance
Termination of employment
- process
- risk
- additional circumstances
Discrimination and harassment
- protected characteristics
- harassment
- penalties
Dispute resolution
- navigating the labour dispute resolution process in the QFC
Key contacts
Lisa Bryson Partner
M: +971 5668 16410 E: LisaBryson@eversheds-sutherland.com
Corrine Sobers Principal Associate
M: +974 5048 2603 E: corrinesobers@eversheds-sutherland.com
If your organisation is currently responsible for employees in global jurisdictions, or it is considering establishing operations overseas, it is essential that you are aware of the local employment laws and HR best practice. Eversheds Sutherland offers a range of global employment law courses. These courses provide you with the opportunity to learn from experts and from peers who are encountering similar situations to themselves.
For information on any of our international employment law training courses, please contact us on +44 (0) 113 200 4040 or employmenttraining@eversheds-sutherland.com
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