Jordan's employment framework is designed to balance operational needs with employee protections. Here's what you need to know:
Employment Types:
Permanent: Ongoing employment with full statutory benefits.
Fixed-Term: Hired for a specific project or defined duration, limited to specific circumstances.
Temporary: Short-term assignments; entitled to statutory benefits like leave and overtime.
Probation Periods: Probationary periods can last up to 3 months. This period allows employers to assess employee suitability before offering permanent employment. During probation, either party can terminate without notice or severance pay, and the EOR ensures that all terms are compliant with Jordanian Labor Law.
Working Hours & Overtime: In Jordan, the max workweek is 48 hours, typically distributed across five days, the standard 8 hours per day, though few businesses operate on a rotating shift pattern schedule. During Ramadan, working hours are reduced to 36 hours per week, for eligible employees. Overtime is paid at 125% of the basic hourly rate for normal days and 150% for weekends/holidays, and the EOR ensures that all overtime is calculated correctly and that employee work hours comply with local regulations.
Leave Entitlements
Leave Type | Eligibility / Duration | Payment / Notes |
|---|
Annual Leave | 14 days after 1 year, 21 days after 5 years | Paid by employer; unused leave paid out on termination |
Maternity Leave | 70 days (10 weeks) | At least six weeks mandated after delivery. Fully paid through social security contributions |
Paternity Leave | 3 days | Paid leave by the Employer to working fathers |
Sick Leave | 14 days fully paid annually | This can be extended by another 14 days at full pay if hospitalization is required, or at half pay for non-hospitalized cases with authorized medical certification Paid by the Employer |
Public Holidays | All statutory holidays | Paid; handled by Atlas HXM |
Payroll & Benefits: Wages must meet minimum wage requirements (260 JOD monthly), with progressive structures common in professional sectors. Atlas HXM manages payroll in JOD, social security contributions (employer and employee), statutory benefits, bonuses, and supplemental benefits. Additional benefits can include health insurance, transportation allowances, and professional development options.
Atlas HXM can help you manage these aspects and can help ensure that employees are supported and compliant with Jordan's labor laws while businesses can focus on operations without administrative burdens.
