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Full Time Employment Contract Template for Australia

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Full Time Employment Contract

"I need a Full Time Employment Contract for a senior software developer role in our Sydney office, starting March 2025, with specific clauses for intellectual property rights and the option to work remotely two days per week."

Document background
This Full Time Employment Contract template is designed for Australian employers to formalize employment relationships with permanent full-time employees. It serves as a crucial legal document that outlines the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of both employer and employee while ensuring compliance with Australian employment law, particularly the Fair Work Act 2009 and National Employment Standards. The contract is suitable for use across various industries and can be adapted for different position levels, from entry-level to executive roles. It includes all mandatory provisions required by Australian law and common law principles, such as position details, remuneration, working hours, leave entitlements, and termination provisions, while allowing for customization based on specific industry awards or enterprise agreements.
Suggested Sections

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

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

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the contract

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

5. Commencement and Term: Start date, employment status, and probationary period details

6. Location and Hours of Work: Primary work location and standard working hours

7. Remuneration: Base salary, superannuation, payment frequency, and review provisions

8. Leave Entitlements: All leave types including annual, personal/carer's, long service, and other statutory leave

9. Company Policies: Reference to and incorporation of workplace policies and procedures

10. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding confidential information and intellectual property

11. Termination: Notice periods and grounds for termination

12. Post-Employment Obligations: Return of company property and ongoing obligations

13. General Provisions: Governing law, entire agreement, and variation clauses

Optional Sections

1. Restraint of Trade: Non-compete and non-solicitation provisions, typically for senior roles or client-facing positions

2. Commission/Bonus Structure: Details of performance-based compensation, if applicable

3. Share Options/Equity: Terms of any share or equity arrangements, typically for executive positions

4. Flexible Working Arrangements: Specific provisions for remote work or flexible hours if offered

5. International Travel: Terms relating to international travel requirements and allowances

6. Motor Vehicle Allowance: Terms of any vehicle allowance or company car provision

7. Professional Development: Provisions for training, education, and professional memberships

8. Gardening Leave: Provisions for placing employee on paid leave during notice period, typically for senior roles

Suggested Schedules

1. Schedule 1 - Position Description: Detailed position description including key responsibilities and performance indicators

2. Schedule 2 - Remuneration Details: Comprehensive breakdown of salary package including allowances and benefits

3. Schedule 3 - Company Policies List: List of applicable company policies referenced in the agreement

4. Schedule 4 - Restraint Provisions: Detailed restraint of trade terms including geographic and temporal restrictions

5. Appendix A - Fair Work Information Statement: Mandatory information statement required under Fair Work Act

6. Appendix B - Superannuation Information: Details of superannuation fund and contribution arrangements

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓÆµ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

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