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New Employment Contract for Austria

New Employment Contract Template for Austria

This document serves as a comprehensive employment contract compliant with Austrian labor law (Arbeitsrecht), establishing the formal employment relationship between an employer and employee in Austria. It incorporates all mandatory provisions required by Austrian legislation, including essential working conditions, remuneration details, working hours, leave entitlements, and termination provisions. The contract ensures compliance with various Austrian employment regulations, including the Labor Constitutional Act, Working Hours Act, and Vacation Act, while providing clear terms and conditions for both parties.

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What is a New Employment Contract?

This New Employment Contract template is designed for use when establishing new employment relationships under Austrian law. It serves as a foundational document that defines the rights, obligations, and terms of employment between an employer and employee in Austria. The contract includes all mandatory elements required by Austrian labor legislation, such as working hours, remuneration, leave entitlements, and notice periods, while allowing for customization based on specific role requirements and company policies. It ensures compliance with Austrian employment regulations, including the Labor Constitutional Act (Arbeitsverfassungsgesetz), Working Hours Act (Arbeitszeitgesetz), and other relevant legislation. This document should be used at the commencement of any new employment relationship and must be provided to the employee before or immediately upon starting work.

What sections should be included in a New Employment Contract?

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

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

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the contract

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

5. Commencement and Duration: Start date and type of contract (indefinite or fixed-term)

6. Probationary Period: One-month statutory probationary period details

7. Working Hours: Regular working hours, flexibility arrangements, and overtime provisions

8. Place of Work: Primary workplace location and any mobility requirements

9. Remuneration: Salary, payment intervals, and any variable compensation elements

10. Vacation and Leave: Annual leave entitlement and public holiday provisions

11. Sick Leave and Benefits: Sick leave entitlements and continued payment of wages

12. Social Insurance: Mandatory social insurance contributions and coverage

13. Termination: Notice periods and termination provisions

14. Confidentiality: Protection of company secrets and confidential information

15. Data Protection: GDPR compliance and handling of personal data

16. Governing Law: Application of Austrian law and jurisdiction

17. Signatures: Execution section for both parties

What sections are optional to include in a New Employment Contract?

1. Collective Agreement Application: Reference to applicable collective agreement if the employer is bound by one

2. Company Car: Terms of company car provision if applicable

3. Home Office: Remote working arrangements if permitted

4. Non-Competition: Post-employment competition restrictions if agreed

5. Training and Development: Specific training obligations and development opportunities

6. Bonus Scheme: Details of any variable bonus or commission structure

7. Stock Options: Employee participation in company stock option programs

8. International Travel: Terms for international travel if required

9. Intellectual Property: IP rights assignment for roles involving creative or technical work

10. Language Provisions: For contracts in multiple languages, specifying the prevailing version

What schedules should be included in a New Employment Contract?

1. Job Description: Detailed description of role responsibilities and requirements

2. Salary Structure: Breakdown of compensation components and benefits

3. Company Policies: Key workplace policies the employee must adhere to

4. Data Privacy Notice: Detailed information about personal data processing

5. Company Equipment List: Inventory of company equipment provided to employee

6. Bonus Calculation Method: Detailed explanation of variable compensation calculations

7. Work From Home Policy: Specific rules and requirements for remote working

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

Austria

Publisher

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Document Type

Agreement Contract

Cost

Free to use
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