In this article, we analyze the experience of remote workers or those who wish to work remotely for one or several companies located in countries different from their country of residence.
Although the pandemic has forced telework across the world, there is no common regulation of telework in the European Union. Having laid the basis through the 2002 Framework Agreement on Telework, each state applies its own legislation.
Teleworking has brought new challenges for companies. One of these is performance or working time control. Companies can control this issue, but they must do so in compliance with the labour regulations in force in each State.
The right to disconnect refers to the worker's right to be able to disconnect from work and refrain from engaging in work-related electronic communications, such as emails and other messages, during non-working hours and holidays.
Teleworking has many positive aspects associated with it, such as work-life balance, flexibility and organising work itself, but there are also risks that must be understood to prevent possible problems that may arise. These affect both the company and the teleworker, and we are mentioning them below:
Teleworking from one country for a company that is located in another state is an option that many people consider. However, there is no adequate regulation to encourage this option. In this article we discuss the option of working as an employee for a company abroad through an intermediary company.
Teleworking from one country for a company that is located in another state is an option that many people consider. However, there is no adequate regulation to encourage this option. In this article we discuss the option of working as an employee for a company abroad.