When starting a new job, one of the most important documents you`ll be asked to sign is a contract of employment. This document outlines the terms and conditions of your employment, including your salary, benefits, and other details such as the length of your employment and any restrictions on what you can do outside of work.
If you`ve never seen a contract of employment before, don`t worry – we`ve put together a sample contract to give you an idea of what to expect.
Sample Contract of Employment
[Company Name]
[Address]
[City, State ZIP Code]
[Phone Number]
[Email]
EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
This Employment Contract (“Agreement”) is entered into between [Employee Name] (“Employee”) and [Company Name] (“Employer”) on [Date].
1. Job Description: The Employer agrees to employ the Employee in the capacity of [Job Title] and the Employee agrees to accept such employment.
2. Duties and Responsibilities: The Employee shall perform the duties and responsibilities of [Job Title] to the best of their ability and in accordance with the policies, procedures, and instructions of the Employer.
3. Hours of Work: The Employee`s normal hours of work shall be [Number of Hours per Week] per week, to be worked between [Start Time] and [End Time]. The Employee may be required to work additional hours as necessary.
4. Compensation: The Employee shall be paid a salary of [Salary Amount] per year, payable in [Frequency of Payment] installments. The Employee shall also be eligible for [List of Benefits] benefits.
5. Termination: Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time with or without notice or cause. The terms and conditions outlined herein shall remain in effect until such time as the Agreement is terminated.
6. Non-Disclosure and Non-Competition: The Employee agrees that they will not disclose any confidential information of the Employer to any third party and will not engage in any activity that competes with the business of the Employer during the term of this Agreement and for a period of [Number of Months] months following termination of this Agreement.
7. Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State] and any applicable federal laws.
8. Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Employment Contract as of the date first written above.
[Employee Signature] [Employer Signature]
[Employee Name] [Company Name]
If you have any questions about the terms and conditions of your contract of employment, it`s important that you seek clarification from your employer before signing. Remember, this document is legally binding and will govern your employment relationship, so it`s important that you understand what you`re agreeing to.