You’ve landed a job in Czechia, but now, you’re faced with employment jargon that you barely understand. Getting to grips with Czech employment terminology is key, though, as different types of contract are defined by their own specific sets of conditions.
Knowing which type of employment you’re being offered – or understanding what kind of work is suitable for your circumstances as a job seeker – is crucial. Here, we guide you through the three main types of legal employment contract and the additional, illegal option that those with a trade license should be careful to watch out for.
Main Employment Relationship (Hlavní pracovní poměr)
We’ll start with the most standard type of employment relationship. A so-called “Main Employment Relationship,” or HPP, means full-time employment. If you’ve been offered a full-time job, this is the type of relationship you should be getting.
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