Korean Labor Law Training for Global HR Teams (in English)
    • Date2025/03/26 10:36
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    If your company operates a business in Korea or plans to establish a new legal entity, understanding Korean labor law is essential. Global HR teams often manage Korean employees remotely without local HR staff, and face unique challenges when navigating employment issues under Korean regulations.
     
    Labor Law Firm SAERO provides English-language labor law training designed specifically for foreign corporations and regional HR teams. Our sessions are practical, legally accurate, and customized based on your business model, current HR structure, and any issues you are currently facing in Korea.
     

    Who is this training for:

    • Global HR or People Operations teams managing employees in Korea
    • Regional HR professionals (e.g. APAC HR) without a dedicated Korean HR team
    • Legal and compliance teams supporting Korean operations
    • Companies planning to hire employees in Korea or set up a Korean office
     

    Typical topics covered include:

    • Key checkpoints throughout the employment cycle
    • Employment contract types and internal policies (e.g. Rules of Employment)
    • Legal considerations in performance management and bonus payments
    • Working hours, leave, and holiday management under Korean law
    • Employer obligations and response strategies for workplace harassment and sexual harassment
    While the above topics are frequently requested, we always adapt the content to reflect the characteristics of your organization, current practices, and any specific concerns or incidents.
     

    Why this matters:

    Korean labor law provides strong protections for employees, and non-compliance can lead to legal disputes, reputational risk, and HR management challenges. For example, dismissals are heavily restricted, and internal policies like the Rules of Employment may require government filing and employee consultation depending on your company size and structure.
    Understanding these requirements is critical for ensuring compliance and building trust with your Korean employees.
     

    Customized sessions available:

    We can include specific issues such as workforce restructuring, misconduct handling, or contract template review upon request. Q&A sessions or case-based discussions are also available as part of our customized programs.
     
    To inquire about our Korean labor law training services in English, please email us at saero@saerolabor.com.