Written Employment Contract

Preparing Written Employment Contracts
Employers and employees are encouraged to enter into written employment contracts, which remind both parties of their obligations, and help avoid possible disputes. It should set out clearly the rights and benefits of both parties. Employers and employees are free to negotiate and agree on the terms and conditions of employment with reference to a company's own system of compensation and benefits provided that they do not violate the provisions of the Employment Ordinance (Cap. 57). To serve as a reference for employers and employees, we have prepared a sample employment contract which sets out the essential terms and some common conditions of employment. If in doubt, employers and employees should consult their lawyers or the Labour Relations Division of the Labour Department.

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