Labor and Business Law

Indonesia’s labor and business law governs every stage of foreign employment, from job hunting and sponsorship to negotiating compensation: know your rights and the package essentials before signing.

Looking for a job in Indonesia is not always as straightforward as searching vacancies and sending a CV. Foreign professionals are generally recruited for roles requiring particular expertise, and an Indonesian employer must be willing and eligible to sponsor the appropriate work authorization. This collection brings together practical guidance on the job search in Indonesia, hiring in Jakarta and other business centres, employing expatriates, and the rules that shape foreign employment. It will help you understand why your experience, proposed position and employer matter, and why you should clarify sponsorship before accepting work or beginning any paid activity.

Employment questions do not end when an offer is made. A move to Indonesia may involve discussions about salary, housing, medical insurance, schooling, transport, home leave, tax support and other elements of an expatriate compensation package. Employers and managers also need a working understanding of Indonesian labor law, employee contracts, statutory benefits, allowances and their responsibilities when hiring local staff or foreign workers. The articles below explain these subjects in a practical way, from work permit and limited-stay requirements to compensation, benefits and typical expat package considerations. Whether you are considering a role, negotiating an assignment or hiring in Indonesia, use these resources to identify the questions that should be raised with an employer, HR team or qualified immigration and legal adviser.