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BookBookBookHighlightsLive Online4 CPD Units | 4 HoursThe EIMF Live Online Learning ExperienceParticipants will receive access to the recorded sessions of the course.EIMF subject-matter experts deliver engaging and interactive courses across a broad spectrum of areas, that can be enjoyed in the comfort of your own chosen environment.

Course Overview This course offers a focused introduction to Directive (EU) 2023/970 on pay transparency, which strengthens the principle of equal pay for equal work and work of equal value between men and women.

The Directive was adopted by the EU Council and European Parliament on May 2023 and must be transposed into national law by 7th June 2026.

The course will examine the Directive’s key provisions, including transparency obligations, pay reporting, and enforcement mechanisms. Participants will explore workers’ rights, employer duties, and the role of equality bodies, with attention to legal interpretation and compliance challenges. Participants will also examine the corresponding legal framework in Cyprus. The course aims to provide participants with a clear understanding of the Directive’s requirements, and the issues organisations may face in adapting to them.

Training ObjectivesBy the end of the programme, participants will be able to:Explain the objectives and scope of Directive (EU) 2023/970 on pay transparency.Identify the key obligations for employers, including pay reporting and transparency measures.Interpret and apply the concept of “equal work or work of equal value” in the context of pay transparency and pay equity.Assess the compliance risks and enforcement mechanisms under the Directive.Evaluate the organisational impact of implementing pay transparency measures.

Training OutlineIntroduction and ContextThe principle of equal pay in EU lawBackground to Directive (EU) 2023/970

Key Provisions of the DirectivePay transparency measures (job ads, pay levels, access to information)Employer obligations (pay reporting, gender pay gap data)The notion of “equal work or work of equal value”

Enforcement and ComplianceEmployees’ rights and remediesBurden of proof and access to justicePenalties and sanctions

National implementation of the DirectiveThe legal framework in CyprusLegal interpretation challengesCompliance strategies for employers and practitionersQ&A and concluding remarks

Training Style The programme is designed to deliver knowledge and enhance participants’ skills via short lectures, case-studies, practical examples, real-life simulations.Participants will be able to engage in discussions surrounding the principles and rules introduced by this Directve. They will also benefit from feedback at the end of the programme and take away the knowledge gained to be transferred at their workplace. CPD RecognitionThis programme may be approved for up to 4 CPD units in Law. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership.

Who Should AttendThe seminar is ideal for:EmployersManagersHR professionalsCompliance officersLegal practitioners

In-house TrainingFor groups within the same organisation, this course may be customised to meet any specific needs and delivered in-house.

Facilitators

Despina Christofi

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