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Standard Employment Contract Template for Singapore

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The Standard Employment Contract serves as the primary document governing the employer-employee relationship in Singapore. It is designed to comply with the Employment Act and related legislation while protecting both parties' interests. This contract is essential for establishing clear terms of employment, including compensation, duties, working hours, and benefits. It should be used when hiring new employees or formalizing existing employment relationships in Singapore, ensuring compliance with local employment laws and regulations.
Suggested Sections

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

2. Background: Brief context of employment relationship and purpose of agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the contract

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

5. Compensation and Benefits: Salary, allowances, bonuses, and other benefits including CPF contributions

6. Working Hours: Standard working hours, overtime provisions, and rest day entitlements as per Employment Act

7. Leave Entitlements: Annual, medical, maternity/paternity and other types of leave as per statutory requirements

8. Termination: Notice periods, grounds for termination, and post-termination obligations

9. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding company confidential information and trade secrets

Optional Sections

1. Probation Period: Terms of initial probationary period, including duration and assessment criteria

2. Non-Competition: Restrictions on working with competitors post-employment, subject to reasonableness test under Singapore law

3. Intellectual Property: Ownership of work products, innovations, and inventions created during employment

4. Remote Working: Terms for working from home or alternative locations, including equipment and expense provisions

5. Data Protection: Provisions relating to handling of personal data in compliance with PDPA

Suggested Schedules

1. Schedule 1 - Job Description: Detailed outline of roles, responsibilities, and reporting structure

2. Schedule 2 - Benefits Schedule: Detailed breakdown of salary, allowances, bonuses, and other benefits

3. Schedule 3 - Company Policies: Reference to or inclusion of relevant company policies and procedures

4. Schedule 4 - Code of Conduct: Expected behavioral standards, workplace rules, and disciplinary procedures

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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 (Chapter 91): Main legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, covering contract terms, salary protection, working hours, rest days, annual leave, sick leave, public holidays, and termination provisions

Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Regulates the employment of foreign workers in Singapore, including work pass requirements and employer obligations

Workplace Safety and Health Act: Ensures safety, health and welfare of persons at work in Singapore workplaces

Central Provident Fund Act: Governs the mandatory social security savings scheme for working Singaporeans and permanent residents, including employer contribution requirements

Personal Data Protection Act: Governs the collection, use, disclosure and care of personal data, including employee information

Employment Claims Act: Provides framework for resolution of employment disputes and salary-related claims

Industrial Relations Act: Regulates the relations of employers and employees and prevents and settles trade disputes

Tripartite Guidelines: Set of guidelines covering fair employment practices, responsible retrenchment, flexible work arrangements, and progressive wages

MOM Advisories: Official guidelines and advisories issued by Ministry of Manpower for employment practices and standards

Sector-Specific Requirements: Industry-specific regulations including minimum wage requirements, workplace standards, and specific employment conditions for different sectors

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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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