Israel Employment Guide

Israel is in the Middle East, bordering Jordan, Syria (east), the Mediterranean (west), Egypt, the Red Sea (south). It has ~9.5 million people; Hebrew and Arabic are official, and Jerusalem is the capital. Its highly developed economy leads globally in tech, finance, defense and agricultural technology, with key service and export-oriented manufacturing sectors. Labor laws (per Israeli Labor Law) protect wages, hours, leave and social security. Standard workweek: 42 hours (overtime needs extra pay or time off). Salaries are usually monthly (avg. ILS 11,000 pre-tax). Laws cover paid leave and protect contract/temp workers, balancing employer-employee interests for a fair, flexible labor market.

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Currency

Israeli New Shekel (ILS)

Capital

Jerusalem

Official language

Hebrew and Arabic

Salary Cycle

Monthly

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Streamlining Employee Onboarding: A Two-Day Process

Once the Statement of Work (SOW) is formally executed, SailGlobal initiates a comprehensive onboarding procedure designed for completion within two business days. This efficient timeline ensures new hires can rapidly integrate into their roles and begin contributing to project objectives.

Why a Two-Day Onboarding Framework Matters

In today's competitive global talent market, a swift and structured onboarding process is crucial. Delays can lead to project setbacks and decreased new hire morale. SailGlobal's two-day model sets a clear expectation for both clients and employees, facilitating a smooth transition.

Key Stages of the Onboarding Process

Day 1: Documentation & System Access - Completion of all contractual and compliance paperwork, followed by the provisioning of necessary system credentials and tools.
Day 2: Orientation & Integration - Introduction to the project team, company culture, and specific role expectations, ensuring the employee is fully prepared to start productive work.

This streamlined approach, used by leading multinational corporations, minimizes administrative bottlenecks and accelerates time-to-productivity for international hires managed by SailGlobal.

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