Qualifications
Cross-border recognition of qualifications is patchy. The Commission is producing legislation to improve this situation.
Cultural and language differences
Management styles differ hugely between different countries, particularly over whether confrontation or consensus is valued.
Social security and pensions
When moving from one country to another, an employee often cannot continue in the national insurance or pension scheme of the original country. The European Union is planning reforms to enable individuals to maintain contributions and continue rights.
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