Employment and Industrial Relations

Practice Area Overview

Managing employees in today’s globalised corporate environment is complex. Mamo TCV’s experienced employment law practice offers local and international clients specialised legal advice that ensures compliance with employment and occupational health and safety laws as well as practical solutions for any legal issues that might arise in the workplace.

We assist with policy and contract drafting, provide mediation services, assist with obtaining work permits for third country nationals, offer advice in cross-border transactions, provide assistance in trade disputes and negotiations of collective agreements, assist with disciplinary and grievance procedures.

We also represent clients before the Industrial Tribunal and courts and have been involved in a number of ground-breaking cases.

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Scope of Services

Employment contracts and policies
Mediation and conflict resolution
Disciplinary proceedings and terminations
Drafting of compromise agreements
Advice in mergers and acquisitions
Due diligence procedures
Occupational health and safety matters
Immigration and work permits
Advising on all employee-related data privacy issues
Whistleblowing procedures
Pensions and benefits
Posting of workers
Representation in the Industrial Tribunal and courts
Negotiation of collective agreements
Assistance in trade disputes

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Employment and Industrial Relations

Can Seamen Claim Unfair Dismissal Before The Industrial Tribunal?

Introduction In a recent preliminary decision number 3174 decided on 22 April 2026, the Industrial Tribunal was faced with an unfair dismissal claim. This decision provided the Tribunal with an opportunity to consolidate the distinction between the employment law framework under the Employment and Industrial Relations Act (‘EIRA’), Chapter 452 of the Laws of Malta, and the specialised regime governing maritime workers under the Merchant Shipping Act, Chapter 234 of the Laws of Malta. Facts of the Case The claimant, employed under a ‘Seafarer Employment Agreement’, instituted proceedings before the Industrial Tribunal alleging that he had been unfairly dismissed by…

Employment and Industrial Relations

Malta’s WRO Reform Explained: Key Questions on Updated Conditions of Work

Malta’s reform of Wage Regulation Orders (WROs) marks a significant step towards modernising sector-specific employment rules. Now redesignated as Conditions of Work Regulation Orders, the reform aims to simplify existing frameworks, align entitlements across sectors, and provide greater clarity for both employers and employees. Below, we address the key questions arising from the reform, focusing on its purpose, core principles, and the main changes introduced. Background and Purpose Q: What is a Conditions of Work Regulation Order? A: A Conditions of Work Regulation Order is a set of legal rules that provides the minimum conditions of work which must apply…

Employment and Industrial Relations

Reforms to Wage Regulation Orders Presented at Times of Malta Event

Recent reforms to Malta’s Wage Regulation Orders (WROs) were presented during a Times of Malta business breakfast, highlighting significant updates aimed at modernising employment conditions across sectors. At the core of these changes is the introduction of sick leave entitlement from the very first day of employment. This reform removes previous inconsistencies between sectors, ensuring that all workers are granted immediate access to sick leave without waiting periods. Employees will also benefit from improved family-related leave provisions. Bereavement leave and marriage leave have been standardised and increased to 3 days, offering workers more equitable and supportive conditions during important life…

Employment and Industrial Relations