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59 Jobs in Goiânia

The 13th-month bonus and FGTS fund withdrawals punctuate the Brazilian working year.

Jobs by occupation in Goiânia

• Food & Beverage Service jobs in Goiânia28
• Retail Sales and Service jobs in Goiânia9

Jobs by city in Brazil

• São Paulo392
• Brasília222
• Goiás169
• Rio de Janeiro166
• Maceió105
• Manaus105
• Curitiba103
• Porto Alegre100
• Fortaleza92
• Belo Horizonte92
• São Luís91
• João Pessoa89
• Aracaju84
• Salvador82
• Teresina67
• Natal66
• Campo Grande66
• Recife62
• Cuiabá61
• Nova Lima51
• Campinas44
• Florianópolis43
• Palmas39

Questions

• Who can legally work in Brazil?

  Brazilian citizens and foreign nationals with valid visas or permanent residency can work legally. Employers must verify documentation before hiring, typically requesting a CPF (individual tax number) and identity card from all workers.

• What is the CLT and how does it differ from PJ work?

  The CLT (Consolidação das Leis do Trabalho) is a formal employment contract offering statutory protections, paid leave, and benefits like FGTS. PJ work treats the person as self-employed, removing these protections but allowing greater scheduling flexibility and tax advantages for certain roles.

• How many hours per week do Brazilian workers typically work?

  Standard full-time employment is 44 hours weekly, spread across five or six days. Overtime is legally permitted and compensated at 50% above the regular rate, or 100% on Sundays and public holidays.

• What documents do employers require when hiring?

  Employers request CPF registration, identity documents, proof of education (typically a diploma for graduates), and bank details for salary payments. Many also require health clearance depending on the role's physical demands.

• What is the 13th-month bonus in Brazil?

  The 13th-month bonus is mandatory additional pay equal to one full month's salary, distributed in two installments: one typically in November and the final portion in December. It functions as a year-end payment built into Brazilian labour law.

• What is FGTS and how does it affect workers?

  FGTS (Fundo de Garantia do Tempo de Serviço) is a severance fund where employers deposit 8% of gross wages monthly into individual worker accounts. Workers can withdraw accumulated FGTS funds upon termination or in specific circumstances like home purchase or medical hardship.

• How are annual leave and breaks structured?

  Workers receive a minimum of 20 working days of paid annual leave yearly, often taken in a single block around December. Carnival and other public holidays are additional non-working days; dates shift annually based on the lunar calendar.

• What happens to pay during public holidays and closures?

  Employees receive full pay for public holidays and are not required to work unless their role is essential. If work occurs on a holiday, compensation is typically double or triple the standard rate depending on the day.

• Can employers require a specific educational qualification?

  Yes, employers can stipulate education requirements for positions, and candidates must provide original diplomas or certified copies. For regulated professions, additional certifications or professional registration may be mandatory.

• How frequently do workers receive their salary?

  Salaries are paid monthly, typically between the 1st and 5th of the following month or on a fixed date set in the employment contract. Additional payments like bonuses and overtime are settled according to contract terms or legal requirements.