If you are hiring an employee, you should put an Employment Agreement in black & white. It will help you protect your rights, ensure your employee's entitlements are clearly stated, and minimise the risk of costly disputes.
Likewise, if you’re working as an employee, make sure you get the contract in writing so it's clear what you will get paid.
It's not enough simply to write to your employees with an employment offer letter. You need a firm agreement in place to cover all bases and minimise the risk of disputes. Our template helps you put a binding agreement in place, with ease.
What's the difference between an Employment Contract and an Employment Agreement? There is no difference. These terms are used interchangeably.
What are the main things to cover in an Employment Agreement?
You should make sure that the employment benefits are clearly stated (for example, salary, wages, extra annual leave, company car, etc).
You should also make it clear what the employee is required to do in their job. That is, their employment duties. If this is not clear, you may have a hard time trying to get rid of an employee who you believe is not performing
