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Individual Employment Agreement for New Zealand

Individual Employment Agreement Template for New Zealand

A comprehensive employment agreement template compliant with New Zealand employment law, specifically designed for individual employment relationships. This agreement incorporates all mandatory provisions required under the Employment Relations Act 2000 and related New Zealand employment legislation. It provides a legally robust framework for documenting the terms and conditions of employment, including role responsibilities, remuneration, benefits, working hours, leave entitlements, and other key aspects of the employment relationship. The document ensures compliance with New Zealand's specific requirements for employment agreements while maintaining flexibility to accommodate various industries and position types.

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What is a Individual Employment Agreement?

This Individual Employment Agreement is designed for use in New Zealand employment relationships, where written employment agreements are mandatory under the Employment Relations Act 2000. It serves as the primary document establishing the employment relationship between an employer and an individual employee, incorporating all essential terms required by New Zealand law. The agreement should be used when hiring new employees or updating terms for existing staff, ensuring compliance with current employment legislation. It includes provisions for salary, working hours, leave entitlements, and other mandatory terms while allowing customization for specific roles and industries. The document reflects New Zealand's good faith employment principles and includes mandatory problem resolution procedures.

What sections should be included in a Individual Employment Agreement?

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

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

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Position and Duties: Details the employee's role, title, and key responsibilities

5. Nature of Agreement: Specifies whether permanent, fixed-term, or casual employment

6. Hours of Work: Specifies standard hours, days of work, and flexibility requirements

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

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

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

10. Health and Safety: Outlines H&S obligations and responsibilities

11. Confidentiality: Defines confidential information and protection obligations

12. Termination: Details notice periods and grounds for termination

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

14. General Provisions: Includes variation, entire agreement, and governing law clauses

What sections are optional to include in a Individual Employment Agreement?

1. Trial Period: For new employees, includes 90-day trial period provisions if applicable

2. Restraint of Trade: Non-compete and non-solicitation provisions for senior or key employees

3. Intellectual Property: IP ownership and assignment provisions for creative/technical roles

4. Commission/Bonus Structure: For roles with variable compensation components

5. Vehicle Provision: Terms for company vehicle use if provided

6. Flexible Working Arrangements: For agreements allowing remote or flexible work

7. International Travel: For roles requiring overseas travel

8. Study/Training Obligations: For roles requiring specific ongoing education or training

9. KiwiSaver Provisions: Detailed KiwiSaver arrangements if beyond standard obligations

10. Secondment Provisions: For employees who may be seconded to other organizations

What schedules should be included in a Individual Employment Agreement?

1. Schedule 1 - Position Description: Detailed description of role, responsibilities, and reporting relationships

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

3. Schedule 3 - Company Policies: List of applicable policies the employee must comply with

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

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

6. Appendix B - Health and Safety Procedures: Specific health and safety procedures relevant to the role

7. Appendix C - Expense Policy: Guidelines for work-related expenses and reimbursement

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

New Zealand

Publisher

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Document Type

Employment Contract

Cost

Free to use
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Relevant Industries

Technology

Healthcare

Education

Financial Services

Retail

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Construction

Hospitality

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Transport and Logistics

Media and Entertainment

Non-Profit

Government

Mining and Resources

Real Estate

Relevant Teams

Human Resources

Legal

Finance

Operations

Sales

Marketing

Information Technology

Customer Service

Research and Development

Production

Quality Assurance

Business Development

Administration

Executive Office

Supply Chain

Public Relations

Relevant Roles

Chief Executive Officer

General Manager

Department Manager

Team Leader

Project Manager

Software Developer

Account Manager

Administrative Assistant

Human Resources Officer

Financial Controller

Marketing Coordinator

Sales Representative

Customer Service Representative

Operations Manager

Research Analyst

Technical Support Specialist

Business Development Manager

Executive Assistant

Production Supervisor

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