At Blackbirds, we work with a team of data management specialists on challenging projects for large organizations in the Rotterdam region. We are regularly asked by applicants what the DBA (Deregulation Assessment of Employment Relations) Act means for our work. In this article, we explain in a simple and enthusiastic way why this law does not apply to our activities and what this means for you as a potential employee.

What is the DBA Act?

The DBA Act was introduced to combat bogus self-employment. This means that the tax authorities check whether there is a real independent assignment or a disguised employment relationship. The law is intended to prevent employers from hiring employees as self-employed workers in order to avoid social security contributions and taxes.

Why does the DBA Act not apply to Blackbirds?‍

At Blackbirds, we work with a team of data management specialists who carry out assignments on a project basis or through consultancy. Our activities are not covered by the DBA Act because:

1. Project-based work: Our assignments are clearly defined and project-based. This means that we are working on specific projects with a clear beginning and end.
2. No relationship of authority: As data management specialists, we work independently and without direct control from the client. We decide how we carry out our work ourselves.
3. Own entrepreneurship: Our specialists are real entrepreneurs who have multiple clients and set their own rates.

What does this mean for you as a candidate?‍

Fortunately, if you're considering joining Blackbirds, you don't have to worry about the DBA Act. You can fully focus on your passion for data management without worrying about legal complications. At Blackbirds, you get the opportunity to work on challenging projects, further develop your skills and make a valuable contribution to the data architecture of large organizations.

Conclusion

The DBA Act is an important law to combat false self-employment, especially for a vulnerable group of self-employed people, but does not apply to the activities of data management specialists at Blackbirds. Our project-based approach, independent working methods and entrepreneurship ensure that we fall outside the scope of this law.

So, are you a data management specialist looking for a new challenge? Then join our team and participate in innovative projects in the Rotterdam region!

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You can read more about the legislation on the site of the Tax authorities. The Enforcement Plan from 2025 can also be viewed and viewed as a PDF downloading.