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Indefinite Employment Contract Template for New Zealand

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Indefinite Employment Contract

"I need an Indefinite Employment Contract for a Senior Software Developer position in Auckland, New Zealand, starting March 1, 2025, with strong IP protection clauses and provisions for hybrid working arrangements."

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This Indefinite Employment Contract is designed for use in New Zealand when establishing permanent employment relationships between employers and employees. It serves as a foundational document that complies with New Zealand employment law, including the Employment Relations Act 2000 and related legislation. The agreement should be used when hiring permanent employees, whether full-time or part-time, and includes essential terms such as position details, compensation, benefits, leave entitlements, and termination provisions. It incorporates mandatory requirements under New Zealand law while allowing flexibility to accommodate specific role requirements and company policies. This template is regularly updated to reflect changes in employment legislation and best practices in New Zealand employment relations.
Suggested Sections

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

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

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Position and Duties: Job title, reporting relationships, and key responsibilities

5. Term of Employment: Confirmation of permanent/indefinite nature of employment and start date

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

7. Place of Work: Primary work location and any flexibility arrangements

8. Remuneration: Base salary, payment frequency, and review process

9. Holidays and Leave: Annual, sick, bereavement, and public holiday entitlements as per Holidays Act

10. KiwiSaver: KiwiSaver arrangements and contributions

11. Health and Safety: Health and safety obligations and commitments

12. Confidentiality: Protection of company confidential information

13. Termination: Notice periods and termination procedures

14. Resolution of Employment Relationship Problems: Process for handling disputes and personal grievances

15. General Provisions: Miscellaneous legal terms including governing law

16. Execution: Signature blocks for both parties

Optional Sections

1. Probationary Period: Terms of trial period if applicable for new employees

2. Bonus and Incentives: Details of any performance-based compensation

3. Intellectual Property: IP rights and assignments for roles involving creation of IP

4. Non-Competition: Post-employment restrictions for senior or key employees

5. Vehicle Allowance: Terms for company vehicle or vehicle allowance if provided

6. Relocation: Relocation assistance terms if applicable

7. Commission Structure: For sales roles or positions with commission-based pay

8. International Travel: For roles requiring overseas travel

9. Flexible Working Arrangements: Detailed terms for hybrid or remote working if applicable

10. Professional Development: Terms regarding training and development support

Suggested Schedules

1. Schedule 1 - Position Description: Detailed job description and responsibilities

2. Schedule 2 - Remuneration Details: Breakdown of salary package and benefits

3. Schedule 3 - Company Policies: List of applicable company policies

4. Schedule 4 - IT and Communications Systems: Rules for use of company IT systems

5. Appendix A - Code of Conduct: Company's code of conduct

6. Appendix B - Expense Policy: Guidelines for business expense claims

7. Appendix C - Leave Policy: Detailed leave procedures and entitlements

Authors

Alex Denne

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

alex.den.21@genieai.co
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