An HR and reward leaders’ manual:
A quick guide to the EU Pay Transparency Directive
National legislation to be enacted by June 7, 2026
Despite the 2026 deadline mandating all EU member states to meet pay transparency requirements, employers with EU operations should prepare immediately, understanding new obligations, ensuring compliance to avoid potential legal risks, and establishing trust among their workforce. Brightmine is here to support you with the comprehensive updates and insights you need.
Start preparing now. By understanding new obligations and ensuring compliance, you can avoid potential legal risks and build trust within your workforce.
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Are you familiar with the employer duties and employee rights outlined in the Directive?
Despite potential variations among countries, employers with an EU presence should prepare to address the following core areas to ensure fair pay.
Pay transparency
Employers must disclose pay details to individuals
Reporting requirements
Report the gender pay gap and make it public
Pay equity
Employers must rectify the gender pay gap if >5%
Employee rights
Employees can request and discuss pay details freely
Remedies and penalties
Employees may win equal pay claims more easily
Strategy
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