Severance pay
Severance pay is financial compensation paid by an employer to an employee on termination of employment. It serves to compensate for the loss of employment and the associated uncertainties. The amount of sever ance pay can be based on various factors, such as the length of service of the employee, the terms of the employment contract, statutory regulations and possible agreements between the employer and employee.
Severance payments are often paid in the context of redundancy, compulsory redundancy, voluntary redundancy or other forms of contract termination. They can be used to bridge financial transition periods, support the search for a new job or mitigate the financial impact of the loss of employment.
It is important to note that the conditions for the payment of severance pay can vary depending on the country and labor legislation. In some cases, severance pay may also be the subject of negotiations between the employer and employee to find an amicable solution to the termination of employment.
