Is it necessary for the employment agreement to be bilingual with Maltese taking precedence in Malta?

Our employment agreement template for Malta is only available in English.

Can seniority be recognized in employment agreements in Malta? If so, in what ways and how can this be reflected in employment agreements?

In Malta, seniority can indeed be recognized within employment agreements. This recognition can manifest in several ways:

• Notice Period: Seniority may impact the length of the notice period. The specific text regarding seniority and the notice period should be customized for each employment agreement individually.
• Severance: Seniority can also affect the terms of severance. As with the notice period, the language concerning severance and seniority should be personalized on a case-by-case basis within the employment agreement.

Can variable compensation be included in the employment agreement in Malta, or should it be outlined in a separate Variable Compensation Plan?

In Malta, variable compensation can be included directly in the employment agreement.