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Employee Secondment Agreement Template for Singapore

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Employee Secondment Agreement

"I need an Employee Secondment Agreement for temporarily transferring our senior software developer from our Singapore office to our Australian subsidiary for a 6-month project starting March 2025, including specific provisions for intellectual property and cross-border tax arrangements."

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The Employee Secondment Agreement is essential when organizations in Singapore need to temporarily transfer employees while maintaining their original employment relationship. This agreement complies with Singapore's Employment Act and related regulations, addressing key aspects such as employment continuity, work pass requirements, CPF contributions, and tax implications. It's particularly useful for inter-company collaborations, project-specific assignments, or skill transfers, providing clear framework for duties, responsibilities, and benefits while protecting all parties' interests.
Suggested Sections

1. Parties: Identifies the home company, host company, and the employee being seconded

2. Background: Sets out the context of the secondment and its business purpose

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Term and Duration: Specifies the start date and duration of the secondment

5. Duties and Responsibilities: Details the role and responsibilities of the seconded employee

6. Employment Status: Clarifies the continuing employment relationship with home company and relationship with host company

7. Remuneration and Benefits: Outlines salary, benefits, and which company is responsible for each

8. Governing Law: Specifies Singapore law as governing law and jurisdiction

Optional Sections

1. Immigration Requirements: Required for international secondments, covering work pass and visa obligations

2. Tax Equalization: Details tax arrangements between parties for international secondments or specific tax handling

3. Intellectual Property: Addresses ownership of IP created during secondment when employee will be involved in creative or technical work

4. Non-Competition: Restrictions on competing activities when employee will have access to sensitive information

Suggested Schedules

1. Schedule 1 - Original Employment Terms: Copy or summary of existing employment terms that continue to apply

2. Schedule 2 - Secondment Role Description: Detailed description of duties and responsibilities during secondment

3. Schedule 3 - Remuneration and Benefits Package: Detailed breakdown of compensation, benefits, and responsible party for each

4. Schedule 4 - Applicable Policies: List of host company policies that will apply during secondment

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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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Industries

Employment Act (Cap. 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, covering working hours, leave, salary payments, and basic employment standards

Employment (Part-Time Employees) Regulations: Specific regulations governing part-time employment arrangements and associated rights

Work Injury Compensation Act: Legislation covering workplace injury compensation and insurance requirements

Central Provident Fund Act: mandatory social security savings scheme legislation affecting employer contributions and obligations

Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Regulations governing the employment of foreign workers and work pass requirements

Immigration Act: Controls entry and stay of individuals in Singapore, relevant for international secondments

Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Legislation governing the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in Singapore

Industrial Relations Act: Framework for relations between employers and employees, including dispute resolution

Trade Unions Act: Legislation governing the formation and operation of trade unions and employee representation

Workplace Safety and Health Act: Regulations ensuring workplace safety and health standards

Income Tax Act: Tax legislation affecting employment income and employer obligations for tax reporting

Double Taxation Agreements: International treaties preventing double taxation, relevant for international secondments

CPF Contribution Requirements: Specific requirements for employer and employee contributions to the Central Provident Fund

Work Pass Requirements: Ministry of Manpower regulations on different types of work passes and their requirements

Employment Status Provisions: Legal framework defining the relationship between home and host company during secondment

Termination Provisions: Legal requirements regarding termination notice, procedures, and return to home company arrangements

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Employer, Employee, Start Date, Job Title, Department, Location, Probationary Period, Notice Period, Salary, Overtime, Vacation Pay, Statutory Holidays, Benefits, Bonus, Expenses, Working Hours, Rest Breaks,  Leaves of Absence, Confidentiality, Intellectual Property, Non-Solicitation, Non-Competition, Code of Conduct, Termination,  Severance Pay, Governing Law, Entire Agreemen

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