Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, covering basic terms and conditions of employment. Since 2019 amendments, it covers all employees regardless of salary level.
Employment Claims Act 2016: Legislation governing employment dispute resolution mechanisms, particularly relevant for handling transfer-related claims and disputes.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, including requirements for employee consent during transfer processes and data handling.
Central Provident Fund Act: Governs mandatory social security savings system, particularly important for ensuring continuity of CPF contributions during and after employee transfers.
Industrial Relations Act: Regulates relations between employers and trade unions, particularly relevant if transferred employees are union members and for managing collective agreements.
Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices: Non-legislative guidelines providing framework for fair employment practices, including principles for fair treatment during employee transfers.
Companies Act: Relevant for transfers involving corporate restructuring or between related entities, governing corporate legal requirements during transfers.
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Governs the employment of foreign workers in Singapore, particularly important for work pass considerations during transfers of foreign employees.
