Employment of Managing Directors

When hiring managing directors who are legal representatives of a company, there are specific considerations and regulations that vary across European countries. The conditions of employment for managing directors differ from those applicable to employees, and they are shaped by both company law and labor regulations.

This guide focuses on the rules applicable mainly to limited liability companies (LLCs) in over 30 European countries. It does not discuss rules applicable to other types of companies, such as corporations, partnerships, etc. In the guide we describe the rules for the employment and/or appointment of managing directors who are also members of the company's bodies.