ΠΕΡΙΓΡΑΦΗ

This course offers a focused introduction to Directive (EU) 2023/970 on pay transparency, which strengthens the principle of equal pay for equal work and work of equal value between men and women. 

The Directive was adopted by the EU Council and European Parliament on May 2023 and must be transposed into national law by 7th June 2026. 

The course will examine the Directive’s key provisions, including transparency obligations, pay reporting, and enforcement mechanisms. Participants will explore workers’ rights, employer duties, and the role of equality bodies, with attention to legal interpretation and compliance challenges. The course aims to provide participants with a clear understanding of the Directive’s requirements, and the issues organisations may face in adapting to them.

ΣΚΟΠΟΣ ΣΕΜΙΝΑΡΙΟΥ

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

• Explain the objectives and scope of Directive (EU) 2023/970 on pay transparency.
• Identify the key obligations for employers, including pay reporting and transparency measures.
• Interpret and apply the concept of “equal work or work of equal value” in the context of pay transparency and pay equity.
• Assess the compliance risks and enforcement mechanisms under the Directive.
• Evaluate the organisational impact of implementing pay transparency measures.

ΣΕ ΠΟΙΟΥΣ ΑΠΕΥΘΥΝΕΤΑΙ

The seminar is ideal for:

• Employers
• Managers
• HR professionals
• Compliance officers
• Legal practitioners

ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΕΣ ΠΛΗΡΟΦΟΡΙΕΣ

Training Outline 

Introduction and Context

• The principle of equal pay in EU law
• Background to Directive (EU) 2023/970

Key Provisions of the Directive

• Pay transparency measures (job ads, pay levels, access to information)
• Employer obligations (pay reporting, gender pay gap data)
• The notion of “equal work or work of equal value”

Enforcement and Compliance

• Employees’ rights and remedies
• Burden of proof and access to justice
• Role of equality bodies and labour inspectorates
• Penalties and sanctions

Legal and Organisational Implications

• Legal interpretation challenges
• Interaction with national labour and equality law
• Compliance strategies for employers and practitioners
• Q&A and concluding remarks

Training Style 

The programme is designed to deliver knowledge and enhance participants’ skills via short lectures, case-studies, practical examples, real-life simulations. 

Participants will be able to engage in discussions surrounding the principles of Contract law and the basic elements of the same. They will also benefit from feedback at the end of the programme and take away the knowledge gained to be transferred at their workplace. 

CPD Recognition 

This programme may be approved for up to 4 CPD units in Law. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership.