STANDARD EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made on [Date],
BETWEEN:
[Employer Name], a company/individual with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] (“Employer”),
AND
[Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).
BACKGROUND
WHEREAS, the Employer wishes to employ the Employee, and the Employee wishes to accept employment with the Employer on the terms and conditions set out in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants herein contained, the parties agree as follows:
1. POSITION AND DUTIES
1.1 The Employer agrees to employ the Employee in the position of [Job Title].
1.2 The Employee shall perform the duties and responsibilities described in [Job Description/Attachment], and any other duties reasonably assigned by the Employer.
1.3 The Employee shall devote their full working time, attention, and ability to the business of the Employer.
2. COMMENCEMENT DATE AND TERM
2.1 Employment shall commence on [Start Date].
2.2 The employment is [choose: “at-will” / “for a fixed term ending on [End Date]”], unless terminated earlier in accordance with this Agreement.
3. PLACE OF WORK
3.1 The Employee’s primary place of work will be at [Workplace Address].
3.2 The Employee may be required to travel or work at other locations as reasonably necessary for the performance of their duties.
4. WORKING HOURS
4.1 The Employee’s normal working hours are [Days and Hours, e.g., Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.], subject to the Employer’s operational requirements.
5. COMPENSATION
5.1 The Employee will be paid a salary of [Salary Amount] per [Year/Month/Week], payable in accordance with the Employer’s standard payroll practices.
5.2 The Employee may be eligible for bonuses or incentives at the Employer’s discretion.
6. BENEFITS
6.1 The Employee will be entitled to participate in benefit plans offered by the Employer, including [list benefits, e.g., health insurance, retirement plans], subject to the terms of those plans.
6.2 The Employer reserves the right to amend or terminate any benefit plans at its discretion.
7. VACATION AND LEAVE
7.1 The Employee is entitled to [Number] days of paid vacation per year, accrued in accordance with the Employer’s policy.
7.2 The Employee is entitled to statutory holidays and other leave as provided by applicable law.
8. CONFIDENTIALITY
8.1 The Employee shall not, during or after employment, disclose any confidential information relating to the Employer’s business, clients, or affairs, except as required in the proper performance of duties.
9. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
9.1 Any inventions, works, or developments created by the Employee in the course of employment shall be the property of the Employer, to the extent permitted by law.
10. TERMINATION
10.1 Either party may terminate this Agreement by giving [Notice Period Days] days’ written notice to the other party.
10.2 The Employer may terminate employment without notice for cause, including but not limited to gross misconduct or breach of this Agreement.
11. RETURN OF PROPERTY
11.1 Upon termination of employment, the Employee shall promptly return all Employer property, documents, and confidential information.
12. GOVERNING LAW
12.1 This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Governing Law State/Country].
13. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
13.1 This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter herein.
13.2 Any amendments to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties.
14. SEVERABILITY
14.1 If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
15. NOTICES
15.1 Any notice required under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses set forth above or such other address as either party may notify the other in writing.
16. DISCLAIMER
This document is a template and may not be suitable for all situations. The parties should consult with legal counsel before signing this agreement.
SIGNATURES
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.
Employer:
Name: __________________________
Title: __________________________
Signature: ______________________
Date: __________________________
Employee:
Name: __________________________
Signature: ______________________
Date: __________________________
