Document background
The Secondment Contract under Belgian law is essential when an organization needs to temporarily assign an employee to work for another entity while maintaining the original employment relationship. This arrangement is commonly used for project-based work, knowledge transfer, professional development, or group company arrangements. The document must comply with Belgian employment legislation, including the Employment Contracts Act of 1978 and specific secondment regulations. It addresses crucial elements such as duration, roles, responsibilities, remuneration, benefits, working conditions, and reporting structures. This type of contract is particularly important as it helps prevent misclassification of workers, ensures proper social security and tax treatment, and protects the rights of all parties involved. The agreement needs to be structured to comply with both Belgian domestic law and, where applicable, international regulations regarding posted workers.
