denizci

Hi All,


My offer includes 2 year term (can be extended upon agreement), 25 days annual holidays, 1 month notice and 3 months probation for a high profile finance role.


I read holidays being around 30 days, is this the case for Finance/Banking roles?


1 month notice seems to be very short. I am thinking about asking for at least 3 months to cover myself, any thoughts?


Is initial 2 year term does not seem to make sense since both parties can end the contact by giving the stated notice to each other. So what is the significance of this stated period?


Probation worries me a little but I guess it is standard starting a new job at a new country.


Thanks for your comments in advance.

nottmbantam

Standard initial contract for an overseas worker is two years. Usually extended by one year at a time thereafter. Your End of Service Benefits only kicks in after completing 2 years service.

Standard Annual Leave is 30 days for 'white collar'. NOTE - this is calendar days - not working days.

Labour Law notice period is now 2 months standard. Senior positions tend to be 3 months, usually dictated by Company Policy. The notice is reciprocal.

Probation period standard term is 90 days - can now be extended to 180 days by mutual agreement.


By the looks of it, the contract seems to be consistent with KSA Labour Law. Golden rule of an expat - Your contract period is only as long as your notice period.