EXPLAINED: The Whistleblower Protection Act in the Netherlands
02-02-24
Does your company have more than 50 employees? If so, you are required to implement a whistleblower policy as a part of your internal reporting procedure. Whistleblowers play a pivotal role in organizations by exposing and reporting ‘wrongdoing’ within the ...
Recruitment in 2023 and what to expect in 2024
23-01-24
To start the new year on the right foot, we want to share an overview of the Recruitment industry’s highlights in 2023 and offer some insightful predictions for what lies ahead in 2024. Let’s talk about 2023 numbers! Let’s start ...
5 key changes in Dutch employment law and regulations 2024
12-01-24
Heading into the new year, 2024 brings some important changes in Dutch employment law and regulations which impact both individuals and businesses. In this article, we will delve into five key updates that come into effect in 2024. 1. Tax-free ...
5 winter activities in the Netherlands you can’t miss!
13-12-23
The winter season is always filled of joy and that “gezellig” feeling that surrounds the festivities. However, it is still difficult to come up with activities to spend quality time with family and friends at this time of year. The ...
Dutch health insurance 101: a beginner’s guide
08-12-23
Are you planning to come to the Netherlands for work? Everyone who lives or works in the Netherlands is required by law to take out Dutch health insurance. A standard health insurance package is compulsory covering consultation with a GP, hospital treatment, and prescription, while an additional package such as for dental check-ups is optional.
Submission to Octagon: personal reflection on learning Dutch to live in the Netherlands
29-11-23
We at Octagon Professionals are made up of a team of expats and internationals from all over the world. So many members of our team have first-hand experience about what it’s like to be an expat and live in a ...
Debunking 5 myths about visas in the Netherlands (2.0)
15-11-23
For this edition of debunking Visas myths, we bring you 5 common myths around visas and permits to live and work in the Netherlands. 1. “I can relocate my non-European workers to the Netherlands without extra steps.“ It is not ...
General tips on the absenteeism interview or long-term sick leave check-in
02-11-23
First things first. As an employer you have a duty of care to your employees. Most companies feel this duty very acutely; however, it is not easy to put it into practice. Here are 10 tips on making the absenteeism ...