Employment Contract

A contract of employment (or employment contract) is an agreement or term of hire that is extended from an employer to an employee to set the terms and conditions of their employment. 
 
While usually a written document, these agreements can also be verbal. The terms of the employment contract may include the following:
  • Commencement date
  • Job title and description
  • Duration of employment
  • Employee compensation and benefits
  • Employer’s rules, regulations, policies, and practices
  • Confidentiality agreement
  • Non-compete clause
  • Dispute resolvement
  • Termination of Employment
  • Any other general provisions