Welcome to the CLA page for the employees of Philips Netherlands. Here you will find all important information about the terms of employment at Philips, compiled especially for members of trade union VHP2. Philips is a leading global health technology company with a strong focus on innovation and improving quality of life. VHP2 champions the interests of high-tech professionals and executives within Philips, with the aim of achieving fair and balanced working conditions. This page will keep you informed of the latest developments, negotiations and agreements that affect your terms of employment at Philips.
The basics
Duration
1 July 2024 to 30 June 2026.
Type of collective agreement
Standard collective agreement (the employer may not deviate from the collective agreement).
CLA parties
- Workers' organisations: VHP2, FNV, CNV, De Unie
- Employer organisation: Philips
Salary
These are the main salary agreements in the current collective agreement:
- All employees will get a salary increase of 3% from 1 December 2024.
- A further 3% salary increase will follow from 1 September 2025.
Both raises amount to a minimum of €1,800 per year based on 40-hour per week employment.
Salary scales
Philips determines employees' pay through salary scales and steps. Every job has a job rating to which certain salary scales are linked. Work experience determines the classification upon entry into service. Employees move up one step each year until the maximum of the scale is reached. Employer and employee can also make separate agreements if desired.
End-of-year bonus (thirteenth month)
Employees under CBA Philips are entitled to 8% year-end bonus.
Travel reimbursement
According to the collective agreement, Philips sets a travel allowance of €0.15 net per kilometre for commuting with a maximum of 35 kilometres one way.
Home working allowance
A home working allowance of €2.75 net per home working day applies.
Missions
Travel expenses are reimbursed on the basis of the lowest class of public transport and the cheapest fare. If the employer gives permission to use a private car, you will receive €0.30 per kilometre.
Sounding board group Philips
Think and talk in the focus group!
Do you have ideas about your terms and conditions of employment? Would you like to influence the discussions at Philips and the negotiations within your sector? Join the sounding board group and have your say on the future of your work!
At VHP2, we believe in the power of cooperation. The more people think along, the stronger we are in negotiations on employment conditions.
Subscribe today and join the conversation! Want to know more? Then visit this page for detailed information on VHP2's focus groups.