Services
Employment Law
Employment Law
We deliver comprehensive solutions for managing employment relationships and ensuring compliance with Kazakhstan’s complex labor regulations
Key Strengths
Extensive experience inemployment matters across regulated industries, including energy, oil and gas,and finance
Deep expertise in Kazakhstan’s Labor Code and global employment practices
Proven success in resolving employment disputes, workforce restructuring, and managing regulatory inspections
Our services
We assist local and international businesses in drafting employment policies, managing workforce challenges, and resolving labor disputes. With a tailored approach, we safeguard our clients’ interests while fostering efficient human resource management
Employment Contracts and Documentation
- Drafting compliant employment contracts, including for senior management and expatriates
- Preparing internal labor policies, job descriptions, confidentiality agreements, and compensation structures
- Developing collective agreements and facilitating collective negotiations
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Workforce Restructuring
- Advising on lawful termination of employment, including downsizing, redundancy, and restructuring
- Legal support for employee transfers in mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
- Structuring incentive schemes, severance payments, and “golden parachute” arrangements
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Foreign Labor and Immigration Support
- Assisting with obtaining work permits and residence visas for expatriate employees
- Advising on secondment and corporate transfer schemes in compliance with Kazakhstani regulations
- Managing ongoing immigration compliance and reporting obligations
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Labor Dispute Resolution
- Representation in employment disputes, including dismissals, compensation claims, and contract breaches
- Mediation, conciliation, and court representation for individual and collective labor disputes
- Defending clients during state labor inspections, including appeals against regulatory findings
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HR Compliance and Labor Audits
- Conducting audits of HR policies and documentation toidentify risks and ensure compliance with labor laws
- Advising on workplace safety, employee data protection, and overtime management
- Providing legal support for internal investigations involving labor violations
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Employee Incentive Programs
- Developing employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) and performance-based incentive schemes
- Advising on bonuses, flexible compensation, and non-monetary benefits
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Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
- Supporting compliance with occupational safety standards, including managing workplace accidents and industrial injuries.
- Representation during OHS-related inspections and dispute resolution processes
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Training and Workshops
- Conducting labor law compliance training for HR teams and management
- Preparing businesses for labor audits and regulatory inspections
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Why Choose Us
Expertise Across Industries
Extensive experience advising businesses in energy, construction, manufacturing, and finance sectors
Compliance First
Ensuring clients are fully compliant with Kazakhstan’s labor regulations while minimizing risks
Dispute Resolution Success
A proven track record of representing clients in employment disputes with positive outcomes
Strategic Approach
Tailored solutions for complex employment matters, workforce management, and HR challenges
We partner with clients toensure smooth labor relations, regulatory compliance, and effective disputeresolution, empowering businesses to focus on growth.