Expertise
Setting up in France
Hiring in France for the first time raises very concrete questions. I support foreign groups in putting a compliant employment framework in place, working alongside their own advisers and payroll provider.
What I handle
- First hires in France
- French employment contracts
- Working time and executive status
- Applicable collective bargaining agreement
- Coordination with payroll and filing obligations
- International mobility and secondment
Example of a matter handled
Foreign group in luxury concierge services, first entry into France. French employment contracts and working-time framework put in place, with support for the first hires within a secure framework.
Questions
Do we need a French entity to hire?
Several structures are possible depending on your project and your presence in France. We review them together before any hire.
Can we reuse a group contract as it is?
No. A French contract has its own requirements, and the applicable collective bargaining agreement may impose specific provisions.
Will you work with our payroll provider?
Always. The legal framework and the payroll treatment must be consistent from the very first hire.
Can everything be handled in English?
Yes. Discussions and summary documents can be in English.