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Moving to the Netherlands comes with many opportunities—but also legal complexities. This free webinar with Flott Advocaten explains Dutch employment law for expats, covering contracts, dismissal, clauses, and best practices to protect your rights and make confident career decisions.
It’s not unusual for expats to feel overwhelmed or even taken advantage of because they are unfamiliar with Dutch employment rules, their rights, or their obligations. Many hesitate to seek legal support or consider litigation—especially when everything takes place in Dutch. This webinar will demystify the system and show you why Dutch labour law is considered one of the most employee-friendly systems in Europe.
Navigating Dutch Employment Law as an Expat
For many internationals and expats, one of the biggest challenges of starting a career in the Netherlands is understanding their employee rights and dealing with Dutch labour law. This free webinar is designed to give you clear, practical insights into the essentials of working life in the Netherlands—so you can make informed choices and protect your position as an employee. The better you understand the rules, the more empowered you are to act in your best interest.
💡 Key takeaways:
During the session, you will learn about:
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• Employment contracts: what to look out for before signing
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• Contract changes and your rights
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• Holiday allowance and sick leave regulations
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• Combining your job with freelancing or side work
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• Non-competition and non-solicitation clauses
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• Dismissal law and what it means for employees
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• Salary negotiations and fair pay
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• UWV and unemployment benefits
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• Works councils and employee representation
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• What happens if your company is sold or reorganised
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• How to end or rescind your contract properly
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• Litigation in the Netherlands: five practical steps
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• Typical mistakes expats make—and how to avoid them
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• Best practices for internationals building their careers in the Netherlands
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• Real case studies and examples
AGENDA
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19:00 – 20:00 CET – Presentation by Ronald M. Beltzer
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20:00 – 20:30 CET – Interactive Q&A session
LANGUAGE
This webinar will be conducted in English. Professional working proficiency of English is required for participation.
PARTICIPATION
The event is complimentary. To register directly at the website of the organiser, click the “Sign up” button.
ABOUT THE ORGANISERS
This event is offered in partnership between The Expat Republic and Flott Advocaten.
ABOUT EXPAT REPUBLIC
Expat Republic is one of the Netherlands’ largest communities for internationals, offering practical resources, events, and professional opportunities for expats in the Netherlands. Known for connecting expats with valuable resources, career opportunities and events in the Randstad region, including Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and beyond. With a focus on helping internationals thrive in Amsterdam and across the country, expat Republic brings together professionals, entrepreneurs, and organisations in an inclusive and inspiring setting. Known for connecting newcomers with trusted service providers, Expat Republic creates a bridge between international talent and the Dutch professional landscape.
ABOUT FLOTT ADVOCATEN
Flott Advocaten, founded by attorney Ronald M. Beltzer, is a legal practice based in the Netherlands specialising in corporate law, labour and employment law, as well as contract advisory. With extensive expertise in supporting both Dutch and international clients, Flott Advocaten plays a trusted role in guiding expats, entrepreneurs, and companies through the complexities of the Dutch legal system.
The company combines strength, adaptability, and clarity in its approach to employment law. The firm acts as a dedicated partner for organisations and professionals navigating the full scope of Dutch labour legislation. Clear and direct communication is at the heart of every collaboration, whether the issue involves complex restructuring processes with trade unions and works councils, drafting or revising employment contracts and policies, or resolving workplace disputes.
With more than fifty years of combined expertise, the Flott team is known for delivering practical, efficient, and flexible legal solutions. While experienced across the entire field of employment law, the firm has built a strong reputation in particular for its work on reorganisations, flexible labour arrangements, employment conditions, and dismissal cases.
Disclaimer
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