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The Letter of Recommendation For Employee (Arbeitszeugnis) is a fundamental document in Austrian employment relations, required by law under §1163 of the Austrian General Civil Code (ABGB) and further regulated by various employment statutes. It is mandatory for employers to issue this document upon the conclusion of an employment relationship, whether requested or not. The document serves multiple purposes: it provides future employers with reliable information about a candidate's work history, offers employees a formal record of their employment and achievements, and fulfills legal requirements under Austrian labor law. The content must be truthful while following the principle of benevolence (Wohlwollensprinzip), meaning it should be written in a way that doesn't hinder the employee's future career prospects. This document differs from casual recommendation letters as it must follow specific legal guidelines and formats established by Austrian law and court decisions.

1. Letterhead and Date: Company letterhead including full contact details and the current date

2. Employee Information: Full name and professional title of the employee

3. Employment Period: Precise start and end dates of employment

4. Job Title and Role: Detailed description of the position(s) held

5. Key Responsibilities: Main tasks and areas of responsibility

6. Performance Assessment: Evaluation of work quality, always formulated in a positive manner as per Austrian convention

7. Conduct Statement: Description of behavior towards superiors, colleagues, and if applicable, clients

8. Reason for Departure: Brief statement about the reason for leaving (typically noting it was at employee's request)

9. Closing Formula: Standard closing with good wishes for the future

10. Signature Block: Company representative's name, title, and signature