CDI vs CDD: Legal and Practical Differences
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The choice between an indefinite-term contract (CDI) and a fixed-term contract (CDD) is a major strategic decision for any employer. These two contractual forms, while governed by the French Labor Code, respond to distinct logics and involve different obligations. Understanding their legal and practical specificities allows HR departments to secure their recruitment and optimize their human resources management policy. The CDI is the normal and general form of employment contract under French labor law.
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