Hiring in France | Plane Resources

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Congratulations on your decision to hire employees in France! As a nation with a robust economy, a strong industrial base, and a highly skilled workforce, France offers plenty of opportunities for growing your business. Plane simplifies the hiring process for you by offering automated tax document collection, payroll, benefits administration, and more, while ensuring compliance and maximum efficiency. Still, hiring in a new country can pose certain challenges, so we’ve put together the following guide on how to navigate the process of hiring in France.

Currency

EUR

Onboarding

3-4 weeks minimum

Employer Cost

51%

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Public Holidays

11-13

6 Considerations Before Hiring in France

As an employer in France, it is important to have a comprehensive employment contract that outlines the terms and conditions of the employment relationship. The contract should include need-to-know info on compensation, benefits, vacation time, and sick leave policies. Before onboarding a new employee in France, take a moment to consider the following:

Does your employee have the right to work in France?

Is your employee covered by a CBA?

Will there be a probationary period? If so, for how long?

There is a mandatory WFH allowance

How many days of paid time off will be provided?

You must pay vacation bonuses and allowances

Currency

EUR

Onboarding

3-4 weeks minimum

Employer Cost

51%

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Public Holidays

11-13

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Once you have sorted out the details mentioned above, you can add the employee to the Plane platform. We provide a step-by-step workflow that shows what tasks need to be completed, as well as real-time updates and notifications. This way, you can stay on top of the hiring process at all times. With Plane, you can confidently hire, knowing that you have a powerful platform at your disposal to manage the entire process from start to finish. Here are the instructions for adding a new employee to the platform:

How to hire and onboard an employee

Plane offers a guided process for administrators and managers to hire and onboard their new employees.

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Hiring an employee in a new country can be a complex process, but with the right guidance and resources, it can be a smooth and successful transition. At Plane, we're committed to helping you navigate the process of hiring an employee in France. We'll keep you informed and up-to-date with the latest regulations and employment laws.Best of luck with your new hire, and welcome to France!

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are the answers to some common questions about hiring employees in France with Plane:

What is the relationship between my company and Plane?

Can Plane withhold taxes for non-cash compensation (e.g. stocks, options)?

Will I be able to pay a bonus, commission, or any other additional payments?

Can Plane guarantee the employee’s start date?

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