Document background
The Labour Contract Agreement serves as the foundational document establishing the employment relationship under Irish law. It is essential for any new hire or when updating terms of employment for existing staff members. This agreement ensures compliance with Irish employment legislation, particularly the Terms of Employment (Information) Acts 1994-2014, which require employers to provide employees with written terms of employment. The document encompasses mandatory elements such as working hours, remuneration, and leave entitlements, while also addressing modern workplace considerations like data protection under GDPR and remote working arrangements where applicable. It protects both employer and employee interests by clearly defining rights, obligations, and expectations within the employment relationship.
