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Simple Employment Contract for Austria

Simple Employment Contract Template for Austria

A standardized employment contract compliant with Austrian labor law, designed to establish a clear and legally sound employment relationship between an employer and employee. This document incorporates all essential elements required by Austrian employment legislation, including working hours, remuneration, leave entitlements, and notice periods. It ensures compliance with the Austrian General Civil Code (ABGB), Labor Constitution Act, and other relevant employment regulations while providing a framework for basic employment terms and conditions. The contract is structured to be easily understood while maintaining legal enforceability under Austrian jurisdiction.

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What is a Simple Employment Contract?

The Simple Employment Contract serves as a fundamental legal document for establishing employment relationships in Austria. It is designed for use when hiring new employees or formalizing existing employment relationships under Austrian law. This contract type incorporates all mandatory elements required by Austrian employment legislation, including the essential terms required in the written statement of working conditions (Dienstzettel). The document ensures compliance with Austrian labor laws while remaining straightforward enough for routine use in standard employment situations. It is particularly suitable for regular employment relationships where complex executive provisions or special arrangements are not required. The contract includes key provisions on working time, remuneration, leave entitlements, and notice periods, all aligned with Austrian legal requirements and common business practices.

What sections should be included in a Simple Employment Contract?

1. Parties: Identification of the employer and employee with full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Brief context of the employment relationship and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the contract

4. Position and Duties: Job title, role description, and primary responsibilities

5. Commencement and Duration: Start date and whether the contract is fixed-term or permanent

6. Probationary Period: Standard one-month trial period as per Austrian law

7. Place of Work: Primary workplace location and any mobility requirements

8. Working Hours: Regular working hours, schedule, and overtime arrangements

9. Remuneration: Base salary, payment schedule, and any guaranteed bonuses

10. Annual Leave: Vacation entitlement and public holidays

11. Sick Leave and Benefits: Sick pay entitlements and notification requirements

12. Social Insurance: Mandatory social security contributions and insurance coverage

13. Termination: Notice periods and termination provisions

14. Confidentiality: Protection of company information and trade secrets

15. Governing Law: Confirmation of Austrian law application

What sections are optional to include in a Simple Employment Contract?

1. Non-Competition: Post-employment restrictions, used for senior positions or where employee has access to sensitive information

2. Intellectual Property: IP rights assignments, needed for creative or technical roles

3. Company Car: Terms of company vehicle usage, if provided

4. Remote Work: Provisions for home office or remote working arrangements

5. Commission Structure: Details of sales or performance-based compensation, for sales roles

6. Training Requirements: Mandatory training obligations and associated costs

7. Data Protection: GDPR compliance and personal data processing details

8. Language: Specification of contract language if bilingual version needed

9. Collective Agreement: Reference to applicable collective agreement if relevant

What schedules should be included in a Simple Employment Contract?

1. Job Description: Detailed outline of role responsibilities and requirements

2. Bonus Scheme: Details of variable compensation calculations and targets

3. Company Policies: Key workplace policies the employee must comply with

4. Benefits Package: Details of additional benefits and eligibility conditions

5. Working Time Record: Template for recording working hours if required

6. Travel Policy: Rules and reimbursement procedures for business travel

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

Austria

Publisher

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Document Type

Employment Contract

Cost

Free to use
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