SA membership

Membership in SA is a seat at the table when important decisions are made in Icelandic business sector and an opportunity to influence the operating environment of Icelandic companies.

6

Associations operating on the basis of the different industrial activities involved

2000+

SA member associations, ranging from self-employed entrepreneurs to the country’s largest companies.

70%

Salaried employees in the Icelandic labour market are employed by a SA member association.

What is included in a SA membership?
  • Have a voice within the business sector

    SA is the spokesperson for its companies in general business interests, and those organizations that other parties, such as government and trade unions, consult on important issues.

  • Working environment within the business sector

    SA has a positive and formative influence on the work environment of the business sector, promoting a competitive and profitable business operations.

  • Access to business consulting

    A business consultant answers general questions from members about operations and assists members with business analysis and restructuring.

  • Analyses of conditions and prospects in the business sector

    SA is diligent in assisting their companies in keeping track of the business environment with robust analyses and information sharing.

  • Influence laws and regulations

    SA are active participants in the shaping of laws and regulations related to the Icelandic business sector, and by becoming a member, you have the opportunity to influence the country's laws and regulations.

  • Access to expert services

    SA provides members with legal assistance in interpreting collective agreements and managing employee matters, including hiring, dismissals, working hours, sick leave entitlements, vacations, and more.

  • SA handles the negotiation of collective agreements

    SA handles the negotiation of collective agreements on behalf of members who have entrusted SA with this authority.

  • Communications with trade unions

    SA serve a similar role for their companies as trade unions do for employees and can therefore handle various disputes with employees that may arise in personnel management.

  • Proceedings before the Labour Court

    SA represents cases before the Labour Court and general courts in precedent-setting matters in the field of labor law, thereby protecting the interests of its member companies.

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members of SA say?

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You can influence the operating environment of Icelandic businesses by becoming a member of SA.