written by Ramona IvanusSeptember 30, 2026 Unused annual leave is one of the most common sources of tension between employers and employees — and one of the issues most often overlooked until it becomes a real problem. When an employee leaves the company, any unused annual leave must be compensated financially, and incorrect calculations can create
written by Ramona IvanusSeptember 23, 2026 Today, we bring you a new Smart Update covering two legislative changes with an impact on HR and employee benefits. 1. New occupations added to COR By the Order published in Official Gazette No. 785/2026, two new occupations have been added to the Classification of Occupations in Romania (COR): Integrated
written by Ramona IvanusSeptember 18, 2026 Bucharest, September 17, 2026. Smartree ended the first half of 2026 with 7% growth compared to the same period of the previous year. The positive performance was reflected across all of the company’s business areas, amid increased interest from organizations in streamlining and digitizing HR processes. HR digitalization is evolving
written by Ramona IvanusSeptember 8, 2026 Preparing a delegation form is not a bureaucratic formality. It is the document that clearly establishes who assumes which responsibility, for what period, and within what limits of authority. Without it, delegation remains a verbal agreement that is difficult to prove in the event of an inspection or an employment
written by Ramona IvanusSeptember 3, 2026 Recalculating an employee’s length of service after periods of unpaid leave is a common source of confusion for HR departments. The short answer is that unpaid leave is generally not included in length of service, which means that the relevant period must be deducted from the total. The way this
written by Ramona IvanusAugust 26, 2026 When inflation rises and markets become increasingly unpredictable, the first reaction for many companies is to freeze hiring or, in more severe scenarios, initiate restructuring. However, there is a smarter and less costly approach in the long run. During periods of economic uncertainty, workforce costs are not driven solely by
written by Gutu StefaniaAugust 24, 2026 Today, we bring you a new Smart Update regarding the establishment of the sectors and activities carried out according to the succession of seasons. Government Decision No. 608/2026 was approved for the purpose of employing foreign nationals as seasonal workers. The new regulation replaces Government Decision No. 187/2017 and establishes an updated list of 33 activities, including 19 in agriculture and
written by Gutu StefaniaAugust 17, 2026 Today we bring you our latest Smart Update on the new rules regarding the payment in lieu of unused annual leave upon termination of employment and the applicable limitation period. Under High Court of Cassation and Justice (ÎCCJ) Decision No. 40/2026, which became binding as of 11 August 2026, it has been established that, for claims
written by Gutu StefaniaAugust 14, 2026 We are sharing our latest Smart Update about the new measures were introduced as part of the mechanism for recruiting and employing foreign workers in Romania. 1. Launch of the WorkinRomania.gov.ro platform As of 6 August 2026, the WorkinRomania.gov.ro platform is officially operational, allowing employers to register, apply for authorised employer status, upload firm job offers and,
written by Gutu StefaniaAugust 10, 2026 An employee’s resignation is not simply about closing an email account. It triggers a strict legal process, with specific deadlines, mandatory documents, and REGES Online reporting requirements that cannot be delayed. A single error in the final settlement documents or in managing the termination of an employment contract can result
