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Ho superato il periodo di prova con ottimi risultati e vorrei discutere le condizioni definitive.

I have successfully passed the probation period and would like to discuss the final conditions.

Pronunciation

'Probatoria' = pro-ba-TO-ria; the trial/probation period in Italian is 'periodo di prova'.

When to use it

Use at the end of a probation period (typically 3–6 months in Italy) to renegotiate salary before signing the permanent contract.

What it means

The end of the probation period ('periodo di prova') is a legitimate and expected moment to discuss salary conditions for the permanent role. Many Italian employers deliberately start employees on a lower probationary wage with the understanding that it will be reviewed at confirmation.

Variations

Ora che sono confermato/a, vorrei discutere un adeguamento.

Now that I am confirmed, I would like to discuss an adjustment.

'Confermato/a' = confirmed (permanent) — standard Italian HR term

Il mio contratto prevede una revisione salariale alla fine del periodo di prova.

My contract provides for a salary review at the end of the probation period.

Refers to a contractual clause; very strong if it exists

Ho dimostrato il mio valore — è il momento di formalizzare le condizioni.

I have demonstrated my value — it is time to formalise the conditions.

Confident; best used when performance has been excellent

Mini Dialogue

Ho superato il periodo di prova con ottimi risultati e sono pronto/a a impegnarmi a lungo termine. Vorrei però discutere le condizioni definitive prima di firmare il contratto a tempo indeterminato. In particolare, vorrei un adeguamento della RAL da €28.000 a €32.000.

I have successfully passed the probation period and I am ready to commit long-term. However, I would like to discuss the final conditions before signing the permanent contract. In particular, I would like an adjustment of the gross annual salary from €28,000 to €32,000.

Cultural Note

The 'periodo di prova' in Italy typically lasts 3–6 months and is specified in the employment contract. During this period, either party can terminate without notice. After confirmation, dismissal becomes much harder and more expensive for the employer.