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Managing employment contracts in HR
Your HR decisions operate within a legal framework that must be put into practice. Identify obligations and areas requiring attention to better prepare your documents and discussions. Strengthen the rigour of your personnel management and coordination with relevant specialists.
- Duration
- 2 days 14 hours
- Code
- RH022FR Code
Presentation
Contract management underpins legal security in HR. Within a strict legal framework, drafting or procedural errors can create financial and employee relations risks. Mastering this lifecycle is essential to protect the company and its employees.
This 2-day HR course focuses on practice and administrative compliance. You will learn to choose the right contract type (permanent, fixed-term, internships) and draft strategic clauses (probation, mobility). Through case studies and Labour Code analysis, you will secure follow-up from recruitment to social security declarations.
By the end of the programme, you will have methods to standardise your contract and amendment templates. The aim is to improve administrative efficiency, succeed in internal audits and manage terminations (dismissal, termination by mutual agreement) without litigation risk.
Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- understand the legal framework for employment contracts and assess their impact on HR processes;
- identify and apply different contract categories (permanent, fixed-term, special contracts);
- draft, formalise and administer contracts in compliance with requirements;
- manage terminations and prevent disputes while meeting legal obligations;
- ensure legal security across all contract-related HR practices;
- standardise templates and clauses to improve efficiency;
- ensure documentary and reporting compliance (CNPS, social obligations);
- reduce litigation risk by applying well-managed procedures.
Program
Part 1: the legal framework for HR contracts
Module 1: understand employment contract fundamentals
- The contract's role in personnel management.
- Defining the respective rights and obligations of employer and employee.
Module 2: identify and choose the appropriate contract type
- Using permanent contracts (CDI) for retention and job security.
- Using fixed-term contracts (CDD) for temporary staffing and flexibility.
- Managing special contracts (internships, apprenticeships, temporary agency work).
Module 3: draft and structure contracts
- Identifying mandatory legal particulars.
- Drafting strategic clauses: probation, mobility, confidentiality.
- Avoiding non-compliant or unfair clauses.
- Approval, signature and Labour Code compliance.
Part 2: everyday contract management and monitoring
Module 1: formalise and archive HR records
- Organising and securely retaining personnel files.
Module 2: manage contractual monitoring and adjustments
- Drafting amendments and managing changes.
- Monitoring probationary periods and renewals.
- Updating information for social security bodies and legal obligations.
Module 3: ensure HR compliance and prevent risks
- Checking existing contracts for compliance.
- Managing social security declarations and administrative obligations.
- Preparing and conducting an internal file audit.
Part 3: contract termination and disputes
Module 1: master different termination methods
- Managing dismissals for personal or economic reasons.
- Managing termination by mutual agreement and resignation.
- Observing notice periods and statutory deadlines, and calculating compensation.
Module 2: meet post-termination obligations
- Providing end-of-contract documents (employment certificate and final settlement).
Module 3: prevent and resolve conflicts
- Identifying sources of contractual disputes.
- Using conciliation and mediation.
- Following court decisions and ensuring compliance.
Audience
This course is intended for professionals involved in the contract lifecycle, including:
- HR managers leading contract strategy and overseeing legal compliance to safeguard all processes.
- Personnel administrators handling daily contract drafting, monitoring and archiving to ensure reliable records.
- Employment lawyers advising management and operational teams on contract selection and litigation management.
- HR Business Partners (HRBPs) supporting managers with amendments, mobility and terminations.
Prerequisites
This course requires the following prerequisites:
- Professional experience: initial experience in human resources, personnel administration or management is required to contextualise the legal and administrative challenges covered in case studies.
- Basic knowledge:
- proficiency in HR management fundamentals;
- understanding of personnel administration's role;
- initial exposure to labour law is an advantage.
Teaching and assessment methods
- Initial skills assessment
- Training materials provided to participants
- Continuous assessment throughout the course
- End-of-course feedback questionnaire
- Combination of theory and practical application
- Attendance records
- Post-course follow-up evaluation
- Practical exercises
- Case study
Course highlights
- Participatory approach: learn through case studies and realistic scenarios.
- A complete pathway: cover the entire contract lifecycle, from selection to termination management.
- Operational grounding: master compliance, archiving and administrative obligations.
- Risk prevention: identify potential disputes and apply conflict resolution methods.
Dates and sessions
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