What is an Employment Contract?
An employment contract is an important document provided by employer to employee which sets out and covers the terms governing the relationship between both parties during and often after the period of employment has come to an end.
As both parties are equally responsible for ensuring their compliance with the contractual terms, it is important that those terms are not breached as, to do so would potentially give rise to a breach of contract claim. It sets out the express terms agreed between the parties (such as salary, working location, working hours etc) but also contains certain implied clauses (such as the implied term of mutual trust and confidence).
It is therefore crucial for an employer to give careful thought to the terms set out in the contract as once sent and signed by both parties, these terms will be binding. If you need help drafting Contracts of Employment our team of experts are able to provide a fast and efficient service in drafting these documents – call us today on 0113 200 9948 to speak to our specialists Employment Lawyers.
