Document background
The Employee Covenant Agreement is a critical document used in Swiss employment relationships to protect an employer's legitimate business interests. It is particularly important when onboarding employees who will have access to sensitive information, key client relationships, or valuable intellectual property. This agreement, governed by Swiss law, typically includes provisions for confidentiality, non-competition, non-solicitation, and intellectual property rights assignment, all drafted within the parameters of Swiss employment law. The document is essential for positions involving access to trade secrets, senior management roles, technical positions, or client-facing roles where the protection of business relationships is crucial. The agreement must be carefully drafted to ensure enforceability under Swiss law, which generally takes a protective approach toward employee rights and places specific limitations on post-employment restrictions.
