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Secondment agreement

We support companies in managing international secondments, from assessing eligibility requirements to drafting agreements, ensuring compliance with EU regulations and the rules of the host country. 

OVERVIEW

We help you to: 

  • assess whether the secondment is legitimate  
  • properly structure the relationship between the parties  
  • comply with host country employment rules  
  • draft a compliant secondment agreement  
  • mitigate legal risks and potential disputes 

Which country the service is available for:

ItalyWorldwide

Analysis and drafting

Is the secondment correctly structured? Is a specific agreement required? Which host country rules apply? 

We analyse the structure of the arrangement and draft the secondment agreement, coordinating with local partners to ensure compliance with mandatory rules (remuneration, working time, health and safety). 

We also verify that the arrangement is genuine and compliant with EU posted workers regulations.

Service delivery

A&P services are delivered either remotely or on-site, depending on the client’s needs. 

Our operating model includes: 

  • remote management of all related accounting, tax, and administrative requirements  
  • digital tools ensuring maximum efficiency without the need for travel  
  • support provided by our professionals in English

Timing

Support should be activated during the preliminary phase of international mobility, before the employee starts working abroad, to ensure proper structuring of the secondment and compliant documentation. 

Within 24 hours of receiving the request, we provide initial feedback and begin collecting information through a dedicated form. 

This is followed by an internal analysis carried out by our specialist teams and the sharing of our proposal and fee quote. 

Once the required documentation is collected, operational activities begin, with timelines defined based on the complexity of the case and focused on efficiency. 

Secondment risks

What happens if a secondment is mismanaged? 

Non-compliant arrangements may lead to reclassification of the employment relationship and penalties for breaches of Directive 96/71/EC. 

Specialist support ensures compliance with host country rules and reduces the risk of disputes.

International companies

Italian companies posting employees abroad and foreign companies assigning personnel to Italy, within intra-group arrangements or service agreements, requiring proper qualification of the secondment and full employment law compliance. 

Consultancy on the Secondment agreement

since 1998

Studio A&P offers professional consulting services to businesses and individuals.

Studio A&P supports companies and individuals with their activities in Italy and Worldwide, providing specialized assistance in global mobility of workers, Italian and international taxation.

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F.A.Q. about the service

Yes, it is strongly recommendedIt formalises the arrangement, clarifies roles and responsibilities, and demonstrates the legitimacy of the secondment in case of inspections. 
secondment must be in the employer’s interest, temporary in nature, and maintain an effective employment relationship with the sending company
Mandatory rules of the host country must be complied withincluding minimum pay, working time, holidays, health and safety, and employment conditions applicable to posted workers. 
Yes, the employment relationship remains with the home employer, but is supplemented by a secondment agreement governing the conditions during the assignment abroad. 
Yes, improper management may result in double taxationincorrect social security coverage, or challenges from authoritiesProper planning helps prevent these risks. 

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