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Revised Employment Contract for the Netherlands

Revised Employment Contract Template for Netherlands

This document is a comprehensive revised employment contract template compliant with Dutch employment law and recent legislative updates. It serves as a formal agreement between an employer and employee to modify existing employment terms and conditions. The contract incorporates mandatory provisions required by Dutch labor law, including working hours, compensation, leave entitlements, and notice periods, while also addressing modern workplace considerations such as remote working and data protection under GDPR. It ensures compliance with key Dutch employment legislation including the Dutch Civil Code, Work and Security Act, and the Balanced Labour Market Act.

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What is a Revised Employment Contract?

The Revised Employment Contract is essential when there are significant changes to an employee's terms and conditions of employment in the Netherlands. This document is typically used when implementing substantial changes such as promotions, role modifications, compensation adjustments, or updating contracts to reflect new legislative requirements. It ensures compliance with Dutch employment law while clearly documenting the updated terms agreed between employer and employee. The contract includes all mandatory elements required by Dutch legislation, including the Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek) and recent employment law reforms. It's designed to protect both employer and employee interests while maintaining transparency in the employment relationship. The document is particularly relevant following organizational restructuring, company policy changes, or when older contracts need modernization to reflect current legal requirements.

What sections should be included in a Revised Employment Contract?

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

2. Background: Context of the employment relationship and reason for revision of the contract

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the contract

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

5. Duration and Start Date: Term of employment (indefinite/fixed) and effective date of revision

6. Place of Work: Primary work location and any flexibility provisions

7. Working Hours: Standard working hours, days, and flexibility arrangements

8. Salary and Benefits: Base salary, payment frequency, and standard benefits package

9. Holiday Entitlement: Annual leave entitlement and rules for requesting/taking leave

10. Sick Leave and Pay: Sick leave policies and sick pay arrangements

11. Notice Period: Required notice periods for termination by either party

12. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding company confidential information

13. Intellectual Property: Rights and obligations regarding work-created IP

14. Data Protection: GDPR compliance and personal data processing provisions

15. Governing Law: Confirmation of Dutch law application and jurisdiction

16. Signatures: Execution blocks for both parties

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

1. Probationary Period: For new employees or significantly changed roles, defining trial period terms

2. Bonus Scheme: If applicable, details of performance-related bonuses or commission structures

3. Company Car: Terms for provision and use of company vehicle if applicable

4. Non-Competition Clause: Post-employment competition restrictions, if required for senior roles

5. Non-Solicitation: Restrictions on approaching clients/employees after leaving

6. Remote Working: Specific provisions for remote or hybrid working arrangements

7. International Travel: Terms for required international travel and associated compensation

8. Training and Development: Specific commitments to training or professional development

9. Share Options: Details of any share option or equity participation schemes

10. Collective Agreements: Reference to applicable collective agreements if relevant

What schedules should be included in a Revised Employment Contract?

1. Schedule 1 - Compensation Details: Detailed breakdown of salary components and benefits

2. Schedule 2 - Job Description: Detailed description of role, responsibilities and reporting lines

3. Schedule 3 - Company Policies: Key company policies incorporated into the contract

4. Schedule 4 - Bonus Scheme Rules: Detailed rules and calculations for any applicable bonus schemes

5. Schedule 5 - IT and Communications Policy: Rules regarding use of company IT systems and communication tools

6. Appendix A - Prior Inventions: List of employee's pre-existing IP rights if relevant

7. Appendix B - Approved Outside Activities: List of permitted external business activities if any

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

Netherlands

Publisher

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Document Type

Employment Contract

Cost

Free to use
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