Employee Transfer
/ɪmˈplɔɪi ˈtrænsfər/
Definitions
- (n.) The reassignment of an employee from one position, department, or location to another within the same organization, often subject to legal and contractual conditions.
The employee transfer was approved to place her skills in a more critical department.
- (n.) The movement of an employee from one employer to another, typically under legal provisions protecting continuity of employment rights.
The employee transfer between companies was handled under the transfer of undertakings regulations.
Forms
- employee transfer
- employee transfers
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Commentary
In drafting clauses on employee transfer, clearly distinguish internal reorganizations from transfers involving change of employer to address legal protections and obligations.
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