Calculating your IFM in Interim: tips and step-by-step guides

To put it simply, theIFM is a bonus that aims to compensate for the temporary and precarious nature of your interim mission. The law states that at the end of your contract, you are entitled to this compensation to help you transition to your next opportunity.

Its amount is fixed by law: it corresponds to 10% of your total gross remuneration received throughout the duration of your mission.

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The exact formula to apply

The calculation is transparent. Simply take all of your gross salaries and bonuses paid during your mission, and multiply this total by 10%. The formula: Total Gross Remuneration x 10% = Amount of your IFM

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What is included in “total gross compensation”?

• Your basic gross salary: It is the basis of your remuneration.
• All bonuses and bonuses: This includes premiums return, risk, 13th month, vacation, etc.
• Various increases: Overtime, night hours, or working on a holiday obviously add to the calculation base.
• The benefits in kind: If you have a company car or a home whose value is included in your salary, that also counts.

On the other hand, reimbursements for business expenses (such as travel expenses or packed lunches) are generally not included.

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Example of a concrete calculation

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Let's imagine a 2 month mission:

• You are paid 1900€ gross/month.
• You received an exceptional bonus of €150 in the second month.
• Your total gross remuneration is therefore: (1900€ x 2) + 150€ = 3950€.
• The calculation of your IFM is as follows: €3950 x 10% = €395.

Of course. Here is a densified and improved version of these sections, with more detail, an even more assertive tone, and explanations that reinforce the added value for the reader.

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IFM is a right, but the law has provided for some logical exceptions, mainly to encourage the transition to stable employment. Knowing them is essential to know what to expect. Your bonus will not be paid to you if:

• You sign a CDI with the company right after your mission. It's the winning scenario! Since IFM is a “precariousness bonus”, it is no longer necessary since you have just landed a stable job. The law encourages this transition.
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• You end your contract early. If you decide to stop your mission without a valid reason (such as an abandonment of a job), you lose the right to IFM. On the other hand, if you break your contract because you found a permanent contract elsewhere (and you can justify it), you retain your right to compensation.
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• You are making a serious mistake. This is not a simple error, but a serious mistake that makes it impossible to continue the contract and that is validated by a legal procedure.
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• The contract is of a particular type. Seasonal contracts, for example, follow other rules. Likewise, if you are on an interim permanent contract, you do not receive an IFM at the end of each mission, because you are already in a permanent contract with your agency.

On your last pay slip, you will see a great duo appear, two lines that are similar but have a very different role. It is crucial not to confuse them.

• IFM (End of Mission Allowance - 10%): Think of it as a thank you bonus for your flexibility. It is the recognition of the temporary nature of your work.
• ICCP (Compensatory Allowance for Paid Leave - 10%): This is simply the payment of the vacation days that you earned but did not take. Since you couldn't take your vacation, we're paying you for it.

The best news? It's not one or the other, it's one AND the other! They are cumulative and are both calculated based on your total gross remuneration. It is a powerful duo that will significantly increase your balance on any account.

Your balance on any account can sometimes seem like a puzzle. The IFM must appear there in black and white, under the heading “End of Mission Allowance” or a similar acronym. It's your proof, your official statement.

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But our role does not end with finding you a mission. It is also about making sure that everything is transparent for you. If a line seems unclear to you or if you simply want to check that the calculation is correct, your asap.work advisor is your best ally. Never hesitate to pick up the phone: decrypting a pay slip is part of our support.

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In the end, you understood, IFM is not just an administrative formality. It is an essential part of your remuneration, the concrete recognition of your adaptability and your professionalism. It enhances your career and gives you a well-deserved financial boost between two projects.

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At asap.work, we fight for your work to be valued to the last cent. Knowing your rights is the first step in ensuring that this is still the case.

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