Guide to the mobility budget 2026

1. Introduction The mobility budget was introduced in 2019 as part of federal legislation to promote sustainable mobility. Employees who are entitled to a company car can exchange it for a budget that they can freely spend on alternative means of transport.   The budget is structured around three pillars: Pillar 1: Environmentally friendly company […]

Guide to Pay Transparency 2026

I. The New EU Legislation on Pay Transparency (effective from 2026)   1. Introduction and Policy Context With Directive (EU) 2023/970, the European Union aims to make the principle of “equal pay for equal work or work of equal value” concrete and enforceable. The lack of pay transparency was identified by the European institutions as […]

Compensation and Benefits Manual

Freelance HR Project manager discussing strategy

Introduction Managing Compensation and Benefits (C&B) is a crucial part of HR policy in companies. It involves not only determining salaries and benefits but also developing strategies to attract, retain, and motivate talent. In Belgium, with its complex labor laws and diverse social systems, an effective C&B policy requires not only knowledge of legal frameworks […]