The Short Employment Contract is designed for Australian businesses seeking a straightforward yet comprehensive employment agreement. It is particularly suitable for small to medium-sized enterprises requiring a clear, legally compliant document that can be easily understood by all parties. The contract includes all essential elements required by Australian employment law, including the Fair Work Act 2009 and National Employment Standards, while avoiding unnecessary complexity. It is intended for standard employment relationships where elaborate terms and conditions are not required, and can be readily adapted for various industries and position levels. The document provides a balance between protecting the employer's interests and ensuring employee rights, while maintaining clarity and accessibility.
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1. Parties: Identifies the employer and employee with their full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Brief context about the employment relationship and purpose of the agreement
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Position and Duties: Job title, role description, and key responsibilities
5. Commencement and Term: Start date and nature of employment (permanent/fixed-term)
6. Probation Period: Length and terms of the probationary period
7. Hours of Work: Standard working hours, overtime arrangements, and flexibility provisions
8. Remuneration: Salary/wages, payment frequency, and method of payment
9. Leave Entitlements: Annual, personal/carer's, compassionate, and long service leave provisions
10. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding confidential information
11. Termination: Notice periods and grounds for termination
12. Governing Law: Specifies Australian law as governing law
1. Bonus and Incentive Schemes: Include when performance-based bonuses or incentives are offered
2. Remote Work Arrangements: Include when employee has option to work remotely
3. Non-Compete Clause: Include for senior positions or roles with access to sensitive information
4. Intellectual Property: Include when employee may create IP during employment
5. Company Property: Include when employee is provided with significant company equipment/resources
6. Professional Development: Include when employer provides training or development opportunities
7. Commission Structure: Include for sales or commission-based roles
1. Schedule 1 - Position Description: Detailed description of role, responsibilities, and reporting lines
2. Schedule 2 - Remuneration Details: Breakdown of salary package, including superannuation and any allowances
3. Schedule 3 - Company Policies: List of applicable workplace policies the employee must comply with
4. Appendix A - Minimum Employment Conditions: Summary of relevant National Employment Standards and award conditions
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