According to local authorities, a total of 45 000 people move annually to France, whereas 20 000 of them primarily due to work reasons (LeMonde, 2011). However, the majority of the new labor force faces especially at the beginning of their residence difficulties with the countries` legal working regulations; neither being aware of the actual working conditions in France nor of their individually granted job rights nor of the particularities of the French working culture.
This need shall now be addressed by this study.
Within the scope of this study, a best practice manual shall be developed for people planning to take up employment in France in the near future. The focus of the work shall be placed on the one hand on the currently existing employment laws in France (Chapter 1) and on the other hand on the impact the national culture exerts on the general work attitudes of French employees (Chapter 2).
Additionally, an empirical analysis of the Anti-Discrimination Act, a currently highly controversial topic in France, will be conducted (Chapter 3). At the end, a set of general guidelines will be provided summing up the major findings of the antecedent chapters (Chapter 4).
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- French Employment Laws and its importance for employees
- Assorted EU - guidelines and its impact on the French employment policy.
- Selected employment laws regulations for French employees
- The significance of the “right to strike\" for employees
- Impact of the French working culture on foreign employees
- French Leadership values and its impact on employees
- Specifies of the French Team Culture
- Particular French norms and rules regarding the interaction with customers
- Empiric analysis of the impact of the Anti-Discrimination Act on foreign employees
- Topicality and Importance of the Anti-Discrimination Act for France
- Interview regarding the effectivity of the Anti-Discrimination Act in France
- Significance of the findings for foreign employees
- Development of guidelines for foreign employees working in France
- The 12 key guidelines for foreign employees in France
- Last but not least: Particular French advice to take into account
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the French employment landscape, focusing on the specific needs and challenges faced by foreign employees. It delves into the intricacies of French employment law, highlighting key regulations and their impact on the workforce.
- French employment laws and their implications for foreign workers
- The influence of French working culture on foreign employee integration
- The effectiveness of anti-discrimination legislation in France
- The development of practical guidelines for foreign employees working in France
- The role of leadership and team culture in the French workplace
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Chapter 1: This chapter examines the complex legal framework governing employment in France, including a discussion of EU directives and their impact on French employment policies. It also explores specific regulations relevant to foreign employees, emphasizing the significance of the "right to strike" in the French context.
- Chapter 2: This chapter delves into the distinctive features of French working culture, analyzing how these cultural nuances can affect foreign employees. It examines French leadership values and their influence on employee behavior, explores the specifics of French team culture, and investigates French norms and rules regarding customer interaction.
- Chapter 3: This chapter analyzes the impact of France's anti-discrimination legislation on foreign employees. It explores the topicality and importance of the Anti-Discrimination Act in the French context, presents findings from an interview regarding the act's effectiveness, and examines the significance of these findings for foreign employees.
- Chapter 4: This chapter focuses on developing practical guidelines for foreign employees seeking employment in France. It outlines 12 key guidelines designed to facilitate a smooth transition into the French workplace and provides additional, culturally-specific advice for foreign employees.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This study focuses on the themes of employment law, working culture, anti-discrimination, and guidelines for foreign employees in France. Key concepts include EU directives, French labor regulations, leadership styles, team culture, customer interaction, and practical advice for navigating the French workplace. This research aims to provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with working in France for foreign employees, contributing to a better understanding of this unique and dynamic employment landscape.
- Quote paper
- Marcus Riemann (Author), 2011, Guidelines for foreign employees in France, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/181231
