Contract Modification

An employment contract isn’t just a piece of paper—it’s a “minimum floor” of protection that cannot be lowered by a simple handshake. Under Article 15 of Proclamation No. 1156/2019, modifying your job role or location requires more than just a managerial whim; it demands written consent, collective agreements, or lawful work rules. We explore the delicate balance between an employer’s “managerial prerogative” to transfer staff and the worker’s right to contractual stability, including landmark rulings on sister-company transfers and spouse-based relocation