Updated to reflect that the maximum protective award for failure to consult collectively doubles from 6 April 2026, under the Employment Rights Act 2025. The collective consultation duty can apply when an employer proposes to dismiss and re-engage employees to change their contract terms.
Multinational organisations are constantly in need of highly skilled staff and may consider fixed-term contracts as a strategic and flexible tool when hiring in a new market. Depending on the country at hand, fixed-term contracts may be a popular choice or an exceptional resource. But are they the right choice for your organisation?