Employment Mediation for Employers : Dutch Lawyer in The Netherlands

What begins as a disagreement or a minor issue at work can sometimes escalate to an unworkable situation. Conducting a constructive conversation with your employee(s) becomes increasingly difficult, and it seems you’re only moving further away from a solution. However, as an employer, you are expected to do everything possible to resolve the conflict with and/or between your employee(s). At Wolderwijd, we can help you with this, at fair rates.

Mediation with Your Employee

A mediation process with your employee aims to get the conversation going again. Once you understand what’s really bothering your employee, it often becomes easier to comprehend their behavior and actions. Under the guidance of a specialized employment mediator, it’s often easier to encourage openness from your employee. Mediation takes place under confidentiality, providing space to discuss everything (respectfully) without legal consequences. Both you and your employee can speak freely. This almost always leads to greater clarity and mutual understanding.

What is the outcome of an employment mediation process?

An employment mediation process does not always result in the preservation and/or restoration of the employment relationship with your employee. You may conclude, together with your employee, that the best solution is to terminate the employment relationship. This does not mean that the mediation process has failed. As long as you and your employee reach this conclusion together, it can be a positive outcome. Ending an employment relationship is sometimes comparable to ending a marriage. Especially when employment relationships have lasted for a very long time, it is important to address all aspects and consequences of terminating the relationship. This does not necessarily mean the process takes a long time, but it does mean there is attention given to a proper closure. Our employment mediator assists with this, but you and your employee determine which agreements are suitable. These are recorded in a settlement agreement, ensuring the legal completion of the process.

What are the costs of an employment mediation process?

Of course, attention to the process itself is important, but the cost aspect is also important (to you). We understand that. In most cases, as an employer, you are expected to bear the costs of the mediation process. With high (hourly) rates, the costs can quickly add up, especially if you are not insured. We offer a very competitive hourly rate so you don’t have to worry about high costs with us. Before starting the process, we provide a clear estimate of the time involved, so you won’t face unpleasant surprises afterward. Clear and transparent—that’s what we stand for.