A concise guide to duties, compensation, confidentiality, discipline and termination clauses.
A clear employment contract helps both employer and employee understand the relationship. Core clauses typically cover the role, place of work, reporting line, remuneration, benefits, working time, leave, confidentiality and ownership of work product.
The agreement should also align with applicable labour law on discipline, termination, redundancy and dispute resolution. Policies and handbooks should not conflict with the contract.
This article provides general information only.
This article provides general legal information only. It is not legal advice and does not create an advocate-client relationship. Obtain advice based on your specific facts and current law.