Deltidsstilling

Deltidsstilling, or deltidsansættelse, is a form of employment where the employee is hired to work fewer hours than a standard full-time position. The exact number of hours is defined in the contract and may be fixed weekly or vary with a schedule. Deltidsstillinger are common in sectors that require flexible staffing, such as retail, care, and education, and are often chosen by students, caregivers, retirees, or workers seeking a better work-life balance.

Rights and compensation: Wages are, in principle, prorated to the number of hours worked. Holidays and holiday pay are typically calculated proportionally to hours worked, in line with applicable laws and any collective agreements. Pension contributions, unemployment insurance, and other benefits may also be prorated, though some agreements may provide minimum levels of benefits based on full-time equivalence or tenure. The part-time worker generally has the same basic protections as a full-time employee, including non-discrimination and the right to a fair procedure if the employment is terminated.

Formation and contracting: The terms of a deltidsstilling are set in the employment contract. In many industries, collective agreements determine additional rules about scheduling, notice periods, and conversion to full-time if vacancies arise. Employees may have the right to request a change in scope (to part-time or full-time) or to be offered a full-time position if available, depending on local rules and agreements.

Considerations: Deltidsstillinger offer flexibility for both employer and employee but may limit access to certain benefits or career progression. For some, it is a temporary arrangement; for others, it is a long-term working pattern.