Document background
The Job Appointment Letter is a fundamental document in Belgian employment relationships, used to formalize the hiring of new employees across all sectors and positions. It must be drafted in compliance with the Belgian Employment Contracts Act of 1978 and related employment legislation, including applicable collective bargaining agreements. The document typically follows the offer and acceptance phase of recruitment and precedes the commencement of employment. It contains mandatory employment terms required by Belgian law, such as job function, working hours, place of work, remuneration, and notice periods. The Job Appointment Letter serves as a key reference document throughout the employment relationship and must be provided in the legally required language based on the region of employment (Dutch, French, or German).
