Document background
The Department Change Application Letter is a crucial document in Dutch corporate environments that facilitates internal mobility and career development within organizations. This formal request letter is used when an employee wishes to transfer to a different department while maintaining their employment with the same organization. The document must comply with Dutch employment law, including the Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek) and any applicable collective labor agreements (CAOs). It typically contains detailed information about the employee's current role, desired position, qualifications, and proposed timeline for the change. The letter serves multiple purposes: it initiates the formal process of department transfer, documents the employee's request for record-keeping purposes, and provides necessary information for HR and management to evaluate the request. Companies in the Netherlands often use this document as part of their internal mobility programs and career development initiatives.
