Employment Law in Malta promotes and safeguards good working relationships amongst all employers and employees, focusing on principles of fairness, equality, flexibility and safe and healthy work environments. At Mifsud & Mifsud we assist employers and employees alike across all areas of Maltese employment law.

EMPLOYERS

As the Maltese legal framework is constantly changing and adapting to shifts in the workforce, at Mifsud & Mifsud we understand that it is imperative for employers to adapt their businesses in line with such changes to retain their competitive edge within the market.

How can our employment lawyers assist your business?

• Drafting of employment contracts, contracts of services or engagement letters;
• Drafting and Advice on Company Handbooks, Policies and Procedures;
• Training provided to HR Managers and Employees;
• Updates regarding the Latest Legislative Changes vis-à-vis employment law;
• Disciplinary Boards;
• Advice on Health and Safety requirements at the workplace;
• Assistance with negotiations of Out-of-Court Settlements;
• Representation before the Maltese Tribunals and Court in litigation proceedings;
• Advice as to the registration of employers and obtaining Employment Numbers (PE);
• Advice in relation to employee registration and employee-data retention;
• Assistance to companies wishing to employ non-EU nationals;
• Liaising with the competent authorities.

EMPLOYEES

Our employment is an integral part of our lives and our identity. As many focus most of their energy in building their career and ensuring maximum productivity at work, it is easy to forget the intricacies of the legal rights and obligations which regulate their employment relationship. At Mifsud & Mifsud Advocates, our employment lawyers are here to assist you throughout all stages of your employment, from engagement to termination.

How can we assist?

• Review of Employment Contracts;
• Interpretation of contractual terms and conditions;
• Advice relating to employment conditions including wages and salaries, promotions and benefits, working hours, sick leave, maternity and paternity leave, redundancy;
• Advice and assistance with injuries at the workplace;
• Assistance with notice, termination and unfair dismissal
• Assistance with negotiations of Out-of-Court Settlements;
• Representation before the Maltese Tribunals and Court in litigation proceedings;
• Assistance with Discrimination, Harassment and Grievance Procedure;
• Representation before Disciplinary Boards
• Assisting non-EU nationals wishing to work in Malta to apply for work permits and VISA compliance for residency purposes related to their work in Malta.

Read more about employment law in Malta on the ICLG to  Employment & Labour Law 2025 and Chambers Global Practice Guide: Employment 2026, Malta (Trends and Developments).

Whether you are an employer navigating complex legal regulations or an employee seeking to protect your rights, our team at Mifsud & Mifsud Advocates is always ready to assist by offering legal advice and representation.

Get in touch with any of our Team Members in our Employment Law Department at Mifsud & Mifsud Advocates.