Navigating Italian Employment Law: Essential Insights and Avoiding Pitfalls

Managing a workforce in Italy requires many considerations from an employment law perspective. If you have operations in Italy, or are setting up there, an understanding of the complex landscape is essential.

Join our International Employment experts from Italy for this interactive English-language seminar on 22 January 2026 in our London office. Our team will provide an overview of how to navigate employment law issues in the jurisdiction, and how to avoid the pitfalls.

Topics for discussion include:

  • Italian employment law fundamentals – An overview of the key principles and framework for UK-based professionals with EMEA/European responsibilities
  • Key distinctions from other European systems – Understanding what makes Italian employment law unique and how it differs from other jurisdictions
  • Collective bargaining agreements – The critical role and practical significance of CBAs in the Italian employment landscape
  • Compliance essentials for international employers – What multinational companies must know when operating in Italy
  • Current developments and hot topics – Including statutory protections and disciplinary termination procedures
  • Interactive Q&A – Your opportunity to discuss your specific challenges.

This event is aimed at HR and employment teams with responsibility for people issues in Italy.

Programme

09:00 – 09:30am  Arrival and registration 
09:30 - 11:00am  Session 

 

 

Address

Bird & Bird London
12 New Fetter Lane
London
EC4A 1JP

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