The French 35-hour working week often worries foreign companies which set-up and expand in France, but the reality is far more flexible.

French employment law allows calculation of working time over the year (annualised working time) and highly adaptable arrangements for managers and executives (working time calculated in days over the year known as "forfaits annuels en jours"), which enable employers to avoid overtime.

With the right advice, companies can structure working-time systems that fit operational needs while staying fully compliant.

At CERDIC LEGAL, we help UK businesses navigate French employment law and implement pragmatic, compliant solutions, turning perceived obstacles into operational advantage.

Read the full article written by Alexandra Dabrowiecki on the website of the UK Business Centre Lille: 35-hour working week in France: myths and realities - UK Business Centre Lille

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