As an employer, you are constantly looking for solutions that bring flexibility and efficiency in managing human resources. You may have considered temporary employment but hesitated due to certain myths you have heard. It's time to clarify the most common misconceptions about this employment model.

 

Myth 1: Temporary employees do not have the same rights as permanent employees

In reality, labor legislation ensures that temporary employees have access to all company services and benefits under the same conditions as other employees. They also receive a negotiated salary, which cannot be lower than the guaranteed minimum wage. Temporary employees have the right to safe working conditions and social protection in accordance with Romanian labor laws.

 

Myth 2: Temporary employment is more expensive than permanent employment

Many employers believe that using a temporary staffing agency is more costly. However, when considering all direct recruitment costs—such as job advertisements, candidate selection, training, and administrative paperwork—staff leasing can prove to be more efficient. Smartemp takes over administrative responsibilities, saving you time and money.

Here are the activities where Smartemp provides support: 

• Temporary worker recruitment using our database and headhunting strategies.
• Meetings with temporary employees to provide information on necessary employment documents, job conditions, and job descriptions.
• Creating and signing of employment contracts, internal regulations, and income declarations.
• Drafting and submitting additional documents and decisions, as well as electronic employee record updates for authorities.
• Payroll management, including salary payments, vacation and sick leave compensation, and tax obligations.
• We develop the timekeeping model, in accordance with the requests of the temporary work User.
• Creating and submission of the unified tax declaration (112)
• Management of meal vouchers

 

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Myth 3: Temporary employees are not as qualified as permanent employees

There is a perception that temporary workers do not have the same level of qualification as permanent employees. In reality, staffing agencies like Smartemp rigorously select candidates, providing professionals with relevant skills for available positions. Many temporary employees have extensive experience and are prepared to adapt quickly to workplace requirements.

 

Myth 4: Temporary employment is only suitable for unskilled positions

Some employers believe that temporary employment is only appropriate for entry-level jobs. However, many companies hire temporary employees for specialized roles, including in fields such as IT, engineering, finance, and healthcare. This solution provides quick access to experts without requiring a long-term commitment.

 

Myth 5: Temporary employees are not loyal to the company

Do you think temporary employees do not develop a sense of attachment to the company? In reality, many see temporary employment as an opportunity to secure a permanent job and are motivated to perform at their best. Additionally, clear communication and a friendly work environment can help create a sense of belonging.

 

Myth 6: The integration process for temporary employees is complicated

Do you believe that new temporary employees have difficulty adapting and require a lengthy onboarding process? Smartemp, a staffing agency, ensures the selection of the most suitable candidates and provides support for their quick integration into the company. An efficient onboarding process can reduce adaptation time to just a few days.

 

Myth 7: Temporary employment affects team morale

There are concerns that permanent employees may feel demotivated by the presence of temporary staff. However, when managed correctly, the team can benefit from a balanced workload and new perspectives. Clear communication of roles and the harmonious integration of temporary personnel can prevent such issues.

 

Myth 8: Staffing agencies charge employees fees

There is a misconception that recruitment agencies charge employees fees for finding them a job. In reality, according to legislation, agencies cannot impose such costs on workers. They are compensated exclusively by the companies that hire the staff.

 

Myth 9: Temporary employment is illegal or unregulated

Unii angajatori evita angajarea temporara deoarece considera ca nu exista un cadru legal clar. In fapt, lSome employers avoid temporary employment because they believe there is no clear legal framework. In fact, staff leasing is a well-regulated economic activity under the Labor Code. Article 88 specifically addresses temporary agency work. The law is further detailed in Government Decision No. 1256/2011. These two documents establish clear guidelines to ensure optimal conditions for all parties involved:

• Staff leasing involves a work relationship between three contractual parties: the user (the company needing labor), the temporary employee, and the temporary staffing agency (the HR firm).
• The assignment duration is a maximum of 24 months, with the possibility of extension for another 12 months (after this period, the employment contract becomes void, either ending entirely or converting into an indefinite-term employment contract by signing an individual employment agreement).
• Temporary employees benefit from the same rights as other employees performing similar work, including salary, vacation leave, and working conditions.
• A written employment contract is mandatory and must include minimum required content.

 

Myth 10: Temporary employees do not have protection in case of dismissal

There is also a perception that temporary employees can be dismissed without legal protection. In reality, temporary staffing agencies are required to comply with dismissal regulations and ensure fair treatment for their employees.

 

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Sources:

• Chapter VII – Temporary Agency Work – Labor Code 2025
• Staffing White Paper: Top 5 Temporary Staffing Myths Debunked
• Temporary Workers Have the Right to Equal Treatment

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