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This Contractual Employee Agreement template is designed for use in New Zealand employment relationships where a formal employment contract is required. It serves as a comprehensive legal document that outlines the terms and conditions of employment while ensuring compliance with New Zealand employment legislation, including the Employment Relations Act 2000 and related employment laws. The agreement is suitable for various employment arrangements and can be customized based on specific role requirements, industry standards, and organizational policies. It includes mandatory provisions required by New Zealand law as well as optional clauses that can be adapted to particular employment circumstances. This template should be used when establishing new employment relationships or updating existing employment terms to ensure current legislative compliance.

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

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

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Nature of Employment: Specifies whether the employment is permanent, fixed-term, or casual, including justification if fixed-term

5. Position and Duties: Details the employee's role, responsibilities, and reporting relationships

6. Hours of Work: Specifies standard working hours, days, and flexibility arrangements

7. Place of Work: States the primary work location and any flexibility arrangements

8. Remuneration: Details salary/wages, payment frequency, and review processes

9. Leave Entitlements: Outlines annual, sick, bereavement, and public holiday leave entitlements

10. Health and Safety: States obligations and commitments regarding workplace health and safety

11. Confidentiality: Defines confidential information and employee obligations

12. Intellectual Property: Addresses ownership and rights regarding work-created IP

13. Termination: Details grounds for termination and notice periods

14. Resolution of Employment Relationship Problems: Outlines dispute resolution procedures

15. General Provisions: Includes standard contractual clauses like entire agreement and governing law