Getting Started with Employment Contracts

Course Outline

Overview

The contract of employment is usually the first document an employer reaches for when there is a workplace dispute, or issue. Sadly, many employers fail to provide a contract or keep their contracts updated.

This webinar dissects the topic of contracts of employment, slices through the legal jargon, and explains in simple and practical terms what you need to know and do as an employer.

Who should attend?

This webinar is for SME business owners or anyone that recruits and engages employees who wants to understand more about contracts of employment.

What will we cover?

• What is a contract of employment and why do we need them?
• How are they formed?
• The written statement of particulars versus the contract of employment
• Different types of contracts and when to use which one
• Varying contracts of employment, safely and legally
• Notice periods and how to manage them

What outcomes can you expect?

• Understand the difference between a written statement of particulars and a contract of employment
• Understand which terms are important for your business
• Understand the different types of contracts and which one to place an employee on
• Appreciate the pitfalls of making changes to contracts of employment and how to achieve this