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International HR (employment law and courses)

Hi there,

Reaching out to HR Professionals that have experience with International HR.

I am currently employed with an organisation that operates across Europe and whilst I am based in the UK, I'm looking to expand my knowledge and experience with our other locations.

I understand the general principles of HR will apply across the organisation as whole, however, I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestions on courses or alternative routes that will bring me up to speed with the differing employment law.

Any advice, tips or hints would be appreciated!

Thanks,

Stephanie

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  • Hi Stephanie

    Don’t know of any courses of this nature and can’t see much in any advantage of a course over and above yourself locating collating and using the various sources of information. There are companies that specialise in such matters, such as Emplyment Conditions Abroad Ltd. They’ll have done most of the job for you in relation to just about any country of the world you’re interested in and if you pick one of the lead players you’re likely to be sure that erything they provide is accurate and up to date. But it will come at probably considerable cost. There are UK based firms of international lawyers that offer similar services and more, but even more so expensive!

    A cheaper alternative might be to self-research what you need, from various sources such as everything that’s online via Google and possibly the information services of the UK diplomatic missions of the countries you’re interested in along with UK Government sources that facilitate international trade from this country.

    It’s obviously not going to be practicable to become an expert yourself as regards the employment law of multiple countries, so you may need to know your limitations and when it might be far better to engage the bespoke services of appropriate local experts.

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  • Hi Stephanie,
    I came across to this post while I was looking for a course or master in international employment law. did you find anything since you wrote this post?
    Thanks,
    Giulia