The number of marginal jobs is on the rise, as confirmed by current figures from the Austrian Public Employment Service (AMS). According to these statistics, the proportion of women in particular is very high. 60 percent of them are employed in positions that often do not exceed ten or 15 hours. Labor market legislation is primarily designed for full-time workers, so it is often difficult to find your way through the jungle of labor law. However, you should inform yourself beforehand about how you are insured and which limits must be observed. The careesma.at job board provides a brief overview of important facts.
How are you insured by law?
Anyone who is marginally employed should adhere to the income limit of 374.02 euros. This amount was set as of January 1, 2011. It is important above all because everyone who falls below this amount is only required by law to have accident insurance. The employer covers the insurance. At the same time, however, this also means that there is no health, pension or unemployment insurance. Anyone who wants full insurance coverage despite marginal employment must pay for it themselves.
In most cases, however, the contributions are very expensive, but sometimes advisable with regard to reaching the pension years. Unemployment insurance, however, is not possible under any circumstances; it also cannot be purchased privately. Just as with all other contracts, you are entitled to proportional holiday and Christmas bonuses. Holiday bonuses also exist, as does entitlement to vacation. Further information can be found from the Chamber of Labour or the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber.
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