About This Template
This Employment Contract template has been professionally drafted to ensure it complies with current employment legislation. It provides a comprehensive framework for establishing a legal employment relationship between an employer and employee.
When To Use This Template
Use this template when you need to create a legally binding agreement for hiring employees. This is suitable for full-time, part-time, and fixed-term employment arrangements.
What's Included
- Details of all parties (employer and employee)
- Job title and description
- Employment start date and probationary period
- Working hours and location
- Salary, benefits, and payment schedule
- Holiday entitlement and sick leave
- Confidentiality and intellectual property clauses
- Non-compete and non-solicitation provisions
- Termination conditions and notice periods
- Disciplinary and grievance procedures
How To Use This Template
Download the template in your preferred format (PDF or Word). For customisation, use the Word version and fill in all required information. Alternatively, use our online customisation tool before downloading to create a personalised version.
Once completed, the agreement should be printed and signed by all parties. Each party should receive a copy of the signed agreement.
Legal Considerations
This template is designed to comply with current employment legislation, but laws vary by location and change over time. We recommend reviewing the agreement to ensure it meets your specific needs and complies with local regulations.
Key legal considerations include:
- Ensuring compliance with minimum wage laws
- Providing statutory minimum holiday entitlement
- Including appropriate notice periods
- Ensuring restrictive covenants are reasonable and enforceable
- Complying with data protection regulations