In Barcelona, labor inspectors uncovered 400 cases of agents working as 'fake self-employed' individuals, resulting in a 16 million euro fine. Authorities proved that the company maintained strict control over their sales areas and commissions, establishing a standard employment relationship.
A further 6.4 million euro penalty was upheld by the High Court of Justice of the Valencian Community, affecting 569 workers. These events occurred while Juan-Galo Macià, the current President of Engel & Völkers Iberia, was leading the regional operations.
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While the company's majority shareholder, Permira, faces this financial blow, Macià has been promoting his new book Todo al rojo. The firm claims it has updated its hiring policies as of 2024 and is currently appealing the sanctions before the Supreme Court.
