työehtosopimuksiksi

Työehtosopimus, often abbreviated as TES, is a collective agreement in Finnish labor law. It is a contract between an employer or employers' organization and a trade union that sets the terms and conditions of employment for a specific group of workers. These agreements cover a wide range of aspects, including wages, working hours, holidays, sick pay, and other benefits.

The primary purpose of a työehtosopimus is to establish fair and standardized working conditions within a particular industry or sector. It aims to create a level playing field for employers and provide a degree of security and predictability for employees. Trade unions negotiate these agreements on behalf of their members, striving to secure the best possible terms for their workers.

Työehtosopimukset are legally binding for the parties that have concluded them. If an employer is a member of an employers' organization that has signed a TES, or if the employer has independently agreed to abide by a specific TES, they are obligated to follow its provisions. This also applies to employees who are members of the trade union that has signed the agreement.

The scope of a työehtosopimus can vary. Some agreements are industry-wide, covering all employees within a specific sector, while others may be company-specific. The terms of a TES are generally considered the minimum standards, meaning that individual employment contracts can offer more favorable conditions, but not less favorable ones. If an individual employment contract conflicts with a TES, the provisions of the TES typically prevail unless the individual contract offers a clearer benefit to the employee.