Standard Work Week. Ukrainian law stipulates that the standard work week should not exceed 40 hours, spread across five days with a maximum of eight hours per day. The additional two days are considered rest days, usually the weekend.

Probation and Termination As per Ukrainian Labor laws, the probationary period in Ukraine cannot be more than three consecutive months.

Ukrainian law permits an employer to change the essential labour conditions of its employees (particularly, salary and work schedule) on organisational grounds (if it reorganises its work or production) and provided that employees continue working in the same professions, qualifications or positions.

Here are some steps you may use to guide you when you write an employment contract: Title the employment contract. ... Identify the parties. ... List the term and conditions. ... Outline the job responsibilities. ... Include compensation details. ... Use specific contract terms. ... Consult with an employment lawyer.

An employment contract is similar to an offer letter. An employment contract is a signed agreement between an employee and employer or labor union. It establishes the rights and responsibilities of both parties. Where an offer letter can be vague about future statements, an employee contract puts them front and center.

The Labor Code (the body of laws which govern labor standards, working conditions and wages) provides for a maximum 40-hour work-week, one 24-hour day of rest per week, and at least 24 days of paid vacation per year. The minimum employment age is 17 years.

All employees in Ukraine are entitled to at least 24 calendar days of paid vacation leave per year, which becomes available after they've worked for six continuous months. Certain types of employees are entitled to more vacation leave, including: Employees under 18, who are entitled to 31 days of vacation per year.