lemployeur

L'employeur, or l'employeur, designates the person or entity that hires workers and directs their work. The term applies to physical persons (such as a small business owner) and to legal entities (such as corporations, public bodies, or associations). In law, the employeur is the counterpart to the employee in the employment relationship and may be contrasted with the worker.

Duties of the employeur include entering into and administering the employment contract, paying wages, and ensuring compliance with labor laws and any applicable collective agreements. The employeur is responsible for safety and health at work, training, and providing appropriate working conditions. They manage personnel, set working hours, assign tasks, and enforce workplace policies. They also handle payroll administration and social contributions.

In many systems, the employeur negotiates with employee representatives or trade unions and may be bound by collective agreements. The employeur has the authority to discipline or terminate staff subject to due process, including notification, justification, and, where required, notice periods or severance. The relationship is governed by legal rules designed to balance employer prerogatives with workers protections, such as non-discrimination, privacy, and anti-harassment provisions.

Common contexts for the employeur include private companies, public administrations, and non-profit organizations. In everyday language, terms like “patron” are often used as synonyms, though they may carry different connotations. The specifics of the employeur’s rights and obligations vary by jurisdiction and legal framework.