Equal Pay for Equal Work: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how part-time and contract workers in Japan can ensure their pay is fair and non-discriminatory compared to full-time staff.
This scheme ensures that workers are paid fairly based on the work they do, regardless of their employment status.
Who it's for
This is designed for contract employees and part-time staff.
What you get
You have the right to receive pay that is not discriminatory. This means your compensation should be fair when compared to the pay received by full-time staff performing the same duties.
What it costs you
There is no cost to you to exercise this right.
The catch to know
The most common difficulty arises when employers claim that differences in "responsibility" or job duties justify a gap in pay between you and full-time workers.
How to apply
- Review your current pay against the pay of full-time employees doing the same work.
- Document any specific differences in your duties or responsibilities.
- Discuss any pay discrepancies directly with your employer.
- Contact a labor bureau or official government body if the issue is not resolved.