Employment Application Form

Hire your new employees with this Employment Agreement template for Australian businesses.

• This form contains provisions for both an ongoing employment and for a fixed term, for instance if the employee is being hired for 1 or 2 years, in which case there is an option to renew the contract.
• The Agreement makes provision for bonuses and allowances to be paid to the employee.
• The employee must be paid overtime at 1 times the normal rate for hours worked in excess of 38 hours in any one week.
• The employee is entitled to 20 days annual leave for each year of continuous employment, up to 8 days of sick leave or family leave, and long service leave in accordance with applicable law.
• The employer must pay superannuation at the rate required by law.
• The employee must comply with all relevant occupation health and safety regulations and with the employer's workplace rules and policies.
• Provisions for termination by either party.
• Provisions for grievance procedure and dispute resolution.
• The confidentiality, non-competition and non-solicitation provisions will survive the termination of the employment for a specified period.
• The template does not make reference to specific state or territorial labour laws. It is customisable and can be edited to reflect the laws in your jurisdiction.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in Australia.

Canadian employers, write an Employment Agreement for a new employee with this easy-to-use template.

• The contract covers relevant points of the employment including:
  • Duties, responsibilities and job description of the position being filled by the employee;
  • Starting salary, and any other compensation being paid;
  • Benefits and expense accounts;
  • Assessment or probationary period to be completed by the employee;
  • Procedure for termination of the employee with cause.
• Available in MS Word format and fully editable to meet your specific needs.
• Intended to be used only within Canada.

Protect your confidential information against unauthorized use by a current or past employee with this Noncompetition, Confidentiality and Nondisclosure Agreement.

• All new employees should sign the agreement prior to commencing employment.
• You should also have your current employees execute a copy of the Agreement as well.
• The employee agrees to keep all proprietary information and data belonging to the employer confidential during and after the term of employment.
• The employee covenants not to work for any business competing with the employer's business for a specified period of time after the termination of employment.
• This is a generic legal form which does not contain references to any specific laws or regulations.
• Don't lose your competitive edge to an ambitious ex-employee. Buy the Employee Noncompetition, Confidentiality and Nondisclosure Agreement for your business.

This template employment confirmation letter acknowledges in writing that a new employee has accepted the position offered, on the terms and conditions set out in the letter.

• The terms of the letter include:
  • salary, commissions (if applicable) and any other compensation to be paid to the employee,
  • duties and responsibilities of the employee,
  • bonuses,
  • benefits,
  • vacation time,
  • expense account,
  • termination procedure,
  • employee confidentiality provisions.
• This template is available in MS Word format and is totally editable to meet your business needs.
• This is a generic form which does not contain references to any specific labour laws or regulations.

Overview

This comprehensive employment contract template is designed for UK employers to formalize agreements with new hires. The contract ensures that both parties understand their rights and responsibilities throughout the employment relationship and complies with English law, intended exclusively for use in the United Kingdom.

Eligibility to Work

The employee warrants that they are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. This assurance is essential for compliance with UK immigration and employment regulations.

Terms of Employment

• Duties and Responsibilities. The agreement outlines the specific job description along with the employee’s duties and responsibilities, providing clarity on expectations and performance standards.
• Salary, Hours of Work, and Normal Place of Work. The contract details the agreed-upon salary, the standard working hours, and the usual workplace location, ensuring transparency regarding compensation and work arrangements.
• Expenses. The employer will reimburse the employee for approved expenses incurred during the course of employment, following company policy.
• Holidays. Provisions are included regarding annual leave entitlement and the process for requesting time off, in accordance with statutory UK requirements.
• Employee Illness. The agreement specifies procedures and entitlements in the event of employee illness or other circumstances that prevent the employee from working.
• Benefits. Any benefits provided by the employer, such as pension schemes or private health insurance, are described in this section.

Confidentiality and Intellectual Property

The employee is required to safeguard the employer’s confidential business information, both during and after the period of employment.

All inventions or work products developed by the employee during employment are assigned to the employer, ensuring that intellectual property remains with the business.

Notice and Termination

The agreement sets out the circumstances and process for terminating employment, protecting the interests of both employer and employee. The contract may contain provisions for payment in lieu of notice, outlining the conditions under which this will apply.

Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures

The contract includes processes for addressing disciplinary and grievance matters, ensuring fair and lawful resolution of workplace issues.

Format and Governing Law

This employment contract template is available in MS Word format for ease of use and customization. It is governed by English law and is intended solely for employment within the United Kingdom.

Hire a new employee under the terms of this Employment Agreement template for USA employers, which includes conditions to protect your trade secrets.

• Non-Competition. The employee agrees not to work for or hold an interest in any similar or competing business during the term of employment, except for ownership of publicly traded securities.
• Confidentiality. The employee will not disclose any trade secrets or confidential information belonging to the employer. This provision will survive the termination of the employment.
• Termination Due to Long-Term Disability. The employer has the option to terminate the employment if the employee becomes permanently disabled so that he/she can no longer perform his duties.
• Dispute Resolution. Disputes will be submitted to binding arbitration.
• This is a fully customizable MS Word template that you can re-use as often as required.
• Intended to be used only in the United States.