{"id":2204,"date":"2024-04-04T10:59:00","date_gmt":"2024-04-04T08:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.educapharos.com\/?p=2204"},"modified":"2024-04-02T11:59:38","modified_gmt":"2024-04-02T09:59:38","slug":"key-points-about-voluntary-leave-of-absence-from-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/blog\/gestion-talento\/claves-de-la-excedencia-laboral-voluntaria\/","title":{"rendered":"Need a break? Key Points About Voluntary Leave of Absence"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In today's fast-paced and dynamic business world, <strong>Voluntary leave of absence from work is presented as a strategic tool<\/strong> for both employees and companies. This \u201csabbatical\u201d period, far from being a mere break in one\u2019s professional career, offers <strong>a unique opportunity for personal growth and the development of skills that benefit the business community as a whole<\/strong>l. Want to find out? Keep reading!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/blog\/gestion-talento\/claves-de-la-excedencia-laboral-voluntaria\/#%C2%BFQue_es_exactamente_una_excedencia_laboral_voluntaria\" >What exactly is a voluntary leave of absence from work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/blog\/gestion-talento\/claves-de-la-excedencia-laboral-voluntaria\/#Beneficios_para_el_empleado\" >Employee Benefits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/blog\/gestion-talento\/claves-de-la-excedencia-laboral-voluntaria\/#Ventajas_para_la_empresas\" >Benefits for Businesses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/blog\/gestion-talento\/claves-de-la-excedencia-laboral-voluntaria\/#Requisitos_para_solicitar_una_excedencia_laboral_voluntaria\" >Requirements for Requesting a Voluntary Leave of Absence from Work<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/blog\/gestion-talento\/claves-de-la-excedencia-laboral-voluntaria\/#Consideraciones_legales\" >Legal Considerations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/blog\/gestion-talento\/claves-de-la-excedencia-laboral-voluntaria\/#Referencias\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFQue_es_exactamente_una_excedencia_laboral_voluntaria\"><\/span><strong>What exactly is a voluntary leave of absence from work?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Voluntary leave of absence from work is a right granted to employees under Article 46 of the Workers' Statute (ET)<\/strong>. This <strong>allows an employee to suspend their employment contract for a specified period of time, with the guarantee that they can return to their position once that period has ended<\/strong>. During this time, the employee does not receive a salary or perform work for the company, but remains employed by it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>It is not necessary to provide a specific reason<\/strong> for your application, and you can use that time for training, rest, or travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike other types of temporary layoffs, <strong>During a voluntary leave of absence, the employee retains a preferential right to return to a position of the same or a similar category<\/strong> that exist or are created within the company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For other types of leave of absence, the employee is entitled to have their position reserved for one year, after which this right is converted into the right to have a position of equivalent rank or in the same occupational group reserved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>It is important to recognize that the right to take a voluntary leave of absence is not unconditional<\/strong>, and the company can organize its human resources with these circumstances in mind. For example, if several employees request a leave of absence for the same reason, the company may limit the number of such requests granted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Beneficios_para_el_empleado\"><\/span><strong>Employee Benefits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Professionals who choose to take a voluntary leave of absence from work<strong> They do so for various reasons: <\/strong>from academic studies to personal projects, or simply to take a break or reassess their career goals. This time can be used to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Acquire new skills<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The break from day-to-day work provided by voluntary leave of absence can allow employees to<strong> gain a new perspective on their career and professional goals. <\/strong>Thus, taking specialized courses, master's programs, or studying abroad are <strong>some of the best options workers typically choose during this period<\/strong> to enhance their professional profile.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Personal and Professional Development<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Voluntary Leave of Absence from Work <strong>offers the opportunity to explore personal interests<\/strong>, <strong>acquire new skills or improve existing ones.<\/strong> Whether you're learning a new language, taking a specialized course, or dedicating time to a creative project, this period can be transformative for your personal and professional growth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Improving Work-Life Balance<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stress and burnout are common problems in today's workplace. Taking a temporary break from work <strong>It can help reduce stress, improve mental health, and enhance overall well-being<\/strong>. When employees return to work after this period, they are likely to feel more motivated, creative, and productive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ventajas_para_la_empresas\"><\/span><strong>Benefits for Businesses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Far from being a loss, voluntary leave of absence can be beneficial for companies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Talent Retention&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Offering the option of voluntary leave of absence can help companies to<strong> retain their most valuable employees.<\/strong> By providing employees with the opportunity to fulfill their personal and professional needs,<strong> Companies demonstrate their commitment to the well-being of their team<\/strong>, which can increase employee loyalty and job satisfaction.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Promoting Creativity and Innovation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Employees returning from a voluntary leave of absence <strong>They often bring new ideas and fresh perspectives to the company.<\/strong> This rest period can<strong> to foster creativity and innovation<\/strong>, which can be beneficial for the company's long-term growth and competitiveness.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Improves the work environment<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By promoting a balanced approach to work and personal life, companies can <strong>create a healthier and more productive work environment<\/strong>. Employees who feel supported in their personal needs are more likely to be engaged and motivated at work, which can improve the work environment and team collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Requisitos_para_solicitar_una_excedencia_laboral_voluntaria\"><\/span><strong>Requirements for Requesting a Voluntary Leave of Absence from Work<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To request a voluntary leave of absence from work, certain conditions must be met:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Minimum length of service: <\/strong>Employees must <strong>have worked for at least one year<\/strong> to be eligible. The length-of-service requirement is one of the most important.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Leave of absence period:<\/strong> You can request a leave of absence from <strong>up to five years, with a minimum of four months.<\/strong> Employees may request extensions, provided they exceed the established time limit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Application Process: <\/strong>The request must <strong>be submitted in writing, without the need to provide a reason to the company.<\/strong> The period of leave must be clearly specified and may be indefinite. In addition, the employee has the right to request payment for unused vacation time, bonus pay, or any other appropriate amount.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Frequency of leave of absence: <\/strong>An employee can return to <strong>request a leave of absence every four years<\/strong>, counted from the end of the previous temporary suspension.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consideraciones_legales\"><\/span><strong>Legal Considerations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The legal considerations regarding voluntary leave of absence from work in Spain focus on several key aspects as set forth in the Workers\u2019 Statute and may vary slightly depending on the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Below is a summary of the most important points:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Definition and Regulation: <\/strong>Voluntary leave of absence is a <strong>suspension of the employment contract <\/strong>which the employee may request for a minimum period of four months and a maximum of five years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Right to Reinstatement: <\/strong>During the leave of absence, <strong>The job position is not reversed<\/strong>, but a preferential right to reinstatement is retained.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Consequences for the employee:<\/strong> The Worker <strong>must not report to work or receive a salary or Social Security contributions, <\/strong>but it must act in good faith under the contract and avoid unfair competition.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Types of leave of absence: <\/strong>In addition to the volunteer,<strong> There are leave of absence for caring for family members, leave of absence for caring for children, and mandatory leave <\/strong>by election to public office.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unemployment Benefits:<\/strong> <strong>You cannot collect unemployment benefits<\/strong> during a voluntary leave of absence.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:300\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Referencias\"><\/span><strong>References<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Workers' Statute (ET). Law 8\/1980, of March 10, on the Workers' Statute. Art. 46. October 23, 2015 (Spain). <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>En mundo empresarial actual, tan en\u00e9rgico y din\u00e1mico, la excedencia laboral voluntaria se presenta como una herramienta estrat\u00e9gica tanto para empleados como para las empresas. Este per\u00edodo \u201csab\u00e1tico\u201d, lejos de ser un simple per\u00edodo de descanso en la carrera profesional, ofrece una oportunidad \u00fanica para el crecimiento personal y el desarrollo de habilidades que benefician [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2205,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[14],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2204","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-gestion-talento"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2204","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2204"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2204\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2210,"href":"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2204\/revisions\/2210"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2205"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2204"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2204"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/educapharos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2204"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}