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Short Employment Contract Template for Netherlands

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Short Employment Contract

"I need a Short Employment Contract for a junior software developer starting March 1, 2025, with a 6-month probationary period and including work-from-home provisions for 2 days per week."

Document background
The Short Employment Contract serves as a standardized template for establishing employment relationships in the Netherlands, suitable for both fixed-term and indefinite period arrangements. This document type is particularly useful for small to medium-sized businesses seeking a clear, compliant, yet uncomplicated employment agreement. It incorporates all legally required elements under Dutch employment law while maintaining brevity and accessibility. The contract is designed to meet the requirements of the Dutch Civil Code and related employment regulations, including provisions for working hours, vacation days, notice periods, and basic benefits, while allowing for customization based on specific employment circumstances.
Suggested Sections

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

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

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement

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

5. Duration and Start Date: Term of employment (fixed/indefinite) and commencement date

6. Probationary Period: Length of probationary period, if applicable

7. Working Hours: Standard working hours, days, and location of work

8. Salary and Benefits: Compensation details, payment frequency, and basic benefits

9. Holiday Entitlement: Annual leave allowance and holiday pay details

10. Sick Leave: Basic sick leave and reporting procedures

11. Notice Period: Required notice period for termination by either party

12. Governing Law: Specification of Dutch law as governing law

13. Signatures: Execution section for both parties

Optional Sections

1. Collective Labor Agreement: Reference to applicable CAO if the employer is bound by one

2. Confidentiality: Include when employee will have access to sensitive information

3. Intellectual Property: Include for roles involving creative or technical work

4. Secondary Activities: Include if restricting employee's ability to work elsewhere

5. Company Property: Include if employee will be provided with significant company assets

6. Bonus Scheme: Include if performance-based bonuses are offered

7. Work From Home: Include if remote working arrangements are permitted

8. Training Agreement: Include if employer provides significant professional training

Suggested Schedules

1. Job Description: Detailed description of role and responsibilities

2. Company Policies: Reference to key company policies and procedures

3. Benefits Overview: Detailed description of employment benefits package

4. Data Protection Declaration: GDPR-compliant statement about personal data processing

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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