Global HR Compliance in Slovenia

Expanding your operations into Slovenia offers access to a highly educated, multilingual workforce, EU market connectivity, and a stable legal environment. But without local expertise, companies often face legal friction around employment terms, benefits, severance, or contractor classification.

Whether you’re hiring locally or relocating staff, this guide outlines what you need to know and how a Global Employer of Record (EOR) can help you stay compliant and competitive in Slovenia.

Why Companies Hire in Slovenia

Specialised Capabilities for Niche Sectors

Slovenia is home to highly skilled professionals in engineering, logistics, life sciences, and manufacturing—particularly for companies seeking advanced R&D or technical expertise in Central Europe.

EU Market Integration Without Complexity

As a full EU member, Slovenia offers regulatory consistency and trade access across the bloc, making it a strategic base for regional expansion—especially for companies looking to hire talent centrally without local incorporation.

Small Talent Pool, High Skill Demand

While Slovenia has a strong workforce, the local pool is limited. Hiring internationally into Slovenia helps fill gaps in IT, digital operations, and finance roles where demand outpaces local supply.

Hire in Slovenia with Confidence

Acumen International enables you to hire local or foreign talent in Slovenia without establishing a local legal entity. Through our Global Employer of Record solution, we help you:

• Onboard full-time employees or expats compliantly
• Handle monthly payroll, taxes, social contributions, and employee benefits
• Manage employment contracts, leave, and HR admin
• Minimise legal risk and ensure adherence to Slovenian labour law
• Quickly test the market without long-term entity costs.

Employment Contracts in Slovenia

Types of Contracts

• Indefinite-Term Contracts are standard and preferred under Slovenian law.
• Fixed-Term Contracts are allowed only under statutory conditions (e.g. project-based roles, temporary replacement), and must include a justified cause in writing.
• Civil Law Contracts may be used for one-off or irregular tasks but do not offer the same employment protections.

Mandatory Clauses

Employment agreements must include:

• Job title and duties
• Start date and duration
• Working hours and place of work
• Salary, payment frequency, and benefits
• Annual leave and notice periods
• Applicable collective agreements

All employees must be registered with social insurance authorities within 15 days of starting work.

Termination and Severance in Slovenia

Notice Periods

• Up to 1 year: 15 days
• 1–2 years: 30 days
• 2+ years: 30 days plus 2 extra days for each additional year (max 60 days)
• 25+ years: 80 days
• Probationary Termination: 7 days
• At-Fault Dismissal: 15 days

Severance Pay

• 1–10 years of service: 1/5 of monthly salary per year
• 10–20 years: 1/4 of monthly salary per year
• 20+ years: 1/3 of monthly salary per year
• Cap: 10x the average monthly salary

Employees terminated for business reasons or incompetence are entitled to severance. Termination without cause is prohibited.

Unlawful Dismissal Protections

Workers on parental leave, nearing retirement, or in representative roles (e.g. trade union reps) have enhanced dismissal protections.

Employee Benefits and Contributions

Mandatory Benefits

• Statutory holidays and paid leave
• Sick leave and injury compensation
• Social insurance (pension, health, unemployment, parental leave)
• Maternity and paternity benefits
• Overtime premiums

Voluntary Benefits

• 13th salary (Christmas bonus)
• Performance bonuses or profit-sharing
• Jubilee bonuses (linked to service duration)
• Additional leave under collective agreements

Working Conditions in Slovenia

Working Hours

• Standard: 40 hours/week
• Minimum: 36 hours/week (under collective agreements)
• Rest Break: 30 mins per 8-hour day
• Weekly Rest: 24 consecutive hours plus daily rest of 12 hours
• Youth Workers: Stricter rest rules (48 hours/week)

Overtime

• Employer-mandated: Up to 170 hours/year
• With employee consent: Up to 230 hours/year
• Paid at a higher rate and restricted by role type.

Leave Entitlements

Annual Leave

Minimum of four weeks, based on the number of working days per week. Additional leave applies to employees over 55, those with disabilities, and carers. Up to seven days of paid personal leave allowed per year.

Sick Leave

• Non-work-related: 80% of average wage
• Work-related illness/injury: 100% of wage
• Employer pays for the first 30 days; the state reimburses beyond that

Maternity Leave

• 105 days with compensation
• Includes breastfeeding breaks with minimum wage-based compensation
• Social contributions continue during absence

Paternity Leave

• 30 days paid leave under Slovenia’s Parental Protection Act
• Transferable to same-sex partners or guardians in some cases.

Probation Period

Maximum six months. Dismissal during this period requires 7 days’ notice. Probation may be extended in case of absence.

The Global Payroll Calculator: Plan With Precision

If you’re budgeting for cross-border hires, our Global Payroll Calculator helps you estimate the true cost of employment in Slovenia. Get country-specific projections for gross-to-net pay, statutory contributions, and mandatory benefits—without any guesswork.

Use it to:

• Compare employment costs across countries
• Forecast total compensation with local taxes and allowances
• Ensure compliance in advance of hiring.

How Acumen International Can Help You Hire in Slovenia

Direct Employment Without Local Incorporation

We employ your staff in Slovenia through our infrastructure. You remain in control of their daily work, while we handle employment contracts, onboarding, payroll, and HR compliance.

End-to-End Compliance and Risk Management

From probation to severance, we ensure your employment practices follow Slovenian law—adapting with legal changes so you don’t face hidden liabilities.

Practical Support for Global Expansion

Need to transfer a specialist from another EU state or hire remotely into Slovenia? We handle the regulatory barriers so your business can focus on growth—not local administration.

Global Reach, Local Insight

We combine on-the-ground expertise with global consistency, operating across 190+ countries. For your team in Slovenia and beyond, you gain a single provider and standardised service.