ARE JOINT STOCK COMPANY DIRECTORS CONSIDERED EMPLOYEES?

ARE JOINT-STOCK COMPANY DIRECTORS CONSIDERED EMPLOYEES?

According to Article 319 of the Turkish Commercial Code No. 6102, if the authority for management and representation in joint-stock companies is delegated to members of the board of directors, such person or persons acquire the status of a person-organ. Individuals who hold the status of a person-organ authorized to represent and manage the company are not considered employees because they are in the position of an employer. However, individuals working as general managers subject to the Labor Law, even if they are also members of the board of directors, are considered employees, provided they do not hold the status of a person-organ.