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If you&#8217;re reading this blog you must be on the verge of<a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/hiring-new-employees\/\"> hiring your first staff member<\/a> and writing your own employment contract. Building a team is an exciting step in growing your business so here&#8217;s to you!\n\nOn the flip side, it can also be a little scary. For instance, there are all the legalities to consider.\n\nEmployment shouldn\u2019t be stressful! We want to help you navigate the complexities of hiring. Let\u2019s start with the first formal document you&#8217;ll need to draw up; the employment contract.\n<h2>What are employment contracts?<\/h2>\nAn employment contract is a <strong>legally binding document between employer and employee<\/strong> that lays out the agreed terms and conditions and employment agreements that each party will abide by for the duration of the employment term.\n\nIt&#8217;s designed to protect you (the employer) and your new employee, ensuring there is no confusion on requirements or remuneration for the job that needs to be completed.\n\n<figure id=\"attachment_21435\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21435\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-21435 size-large\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/what-is-an-employment-contract-8-1.png\" alt=\"signing employee agreements\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21435\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Time to sign on the dotted line. Photo by Green Chameleon on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/contracts?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\nIn New Zealand, employment contracts are more generally referred to as <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/employment-agreements-factsheet\/\">employment agreements<\/a>.\n<h2>Is a written employment agreement required in New Zealand?<\/h2>\nEvery employee in New Zealand must have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/starting-employment\/employment-agreements\/\">written employment agreement<\/a>.\n\n<figure id=\"attachment_21436\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21436\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-21436 size-large\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/what-is-an-employment-contract-2-scaled-1-2.jpg\" alt=\"glasses on top of employee agreement\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21436\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Make sure your contracts are easy to understand. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@mari?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Mari Helin<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/reading-paperwork?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\nA written agreement helps both the employee and the employer clarify the terms of their employment. When a clear agreement is in place, it provides an easy reference for both parties and leads to fewer misunderstandings when it comes to employment entitlements.\n<h2>What does at-will employment mean?<\/h2>\nHave you heard the term \u201cat will employment\u201d floating around? Maybe you\u2019re wondering if you need to write up \u201cat will employment contracts\u201d? This is a term and concept used in the United States, and is not used in New Zealand.\n<h2>How should employment contracts be written?<\/h2>\nEmployment contracts written in plain English help you minimise costly and time-consuming disputes or legal issues by providing certainty about the legal rights and obligations of both you and your staff.\n\n<figure id=\"attachment_21437\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21437\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-21437 size-large\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/what-is-an-employment-contract-3-scaled-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"man signing the contract\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21437\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Employment contracts are generally issued at the same time as an offer letter. 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It&#8217;s all about ensuring terms are clear and understood, and risk is minimised for both parties in the employment relationship.\n\nAlthough every written agreement will be tailored to your new team member, there are also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/starting-employment\/employment-agreements\/types-of-employment-agreements\/\">two types of written agreements<\/a> to be aware of.\n<h3>Collective agreements<\/h3>\nA collective agreement is negotiated between a registered union (representing employees that are part of that union) and an employer.\n\nAs stated on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/starting-employment\/employment-agreements\/types-of-employment-agreements\/\">employment.govt.nz<\/a>; <em>\u201cEmployees who are union members and covered by the collective agreement coverage clause must be on the collective agreement.\u201d<\/em>\n<h3>Individual employment agreements<\/h3>\nIndividual employment agreements are directly negotiated by the employer and their employee. These terms and conditions should be negotiated and confirmed within the agreement before the employee commences their employment. Both parties need to sign the agreement.\n\nThe individual employment agreement is confidential between the employee and their employer. It can be similar to other individual employment agreements within the business or unique to that employee. The agreement must be in writing and contain at least the terms and conditions of employment.\n\nLearn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/starting-employment\/employment-agreements\/types-of-employment-agreements\/\">individual agreements here<\/a>.\n<h3>What is the Employment Agreement Builder?<\/h3>\nLuckily, there are tools provided by the NZ government that can make establishing an individual employment agreement easier.\n\nThe NZ government <a href=\"https:\/\/eab.business.govt.nz\/employmentagreementbuilder\/startscreen\/\">Employment Agreement Builder<\/a> is an online tool that can help you put together your own individual agreement. You work through modules, including the person\u2019s position and duties, employment terms, leave, general provisions, disputes and termination information and personal details.\n\nThe tool even highlights tips and common mistakes that people make through each stage of the process. For small businesses hiring employees for the first time, it\u2019s an incredibly helpful tool.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-21438\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/Employment-Agreement-Builder.png\" alt=\"employment agreement\" width=\"1024\" height=\"651\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/Employment-Agreement-Builder.png 1162w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/Employment-Agreement-Builder-300x191.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/Employment-Agreement-Builder-1024x651.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/Employment-Agreement-Builder-768x488.png 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/Employment-Agreement-Builder-440x280.png 440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n\nBuild your own employment agreement with the help of this great tool.\n<h2>What to include in an employment contract<\/h2>\nHere\u2019s what you must include in an individual employment agreement, via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/starting-employment\/employment-agreements\/things-an-agreement-must-contain\/\">employment.govt.nz<\/a>.\n\nThe individual employment agreement must include:\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\"><em>The names of the employer and the employee (to make clear who are the parties to the agreement)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">A description of the work to be performed (to make clear what the employee is expected to do)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">An indication of the place of work<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">The agreed hours or an indication of the hours that the employee will work, this includes agreement on any or all of the following:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">The number of hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">The start and finish times<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Or the days of the week the employee will work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">The wage rate or salary payable (must be equal or greater than the relevant minimum wage) and how it will be paid (if the employee won\u2019t be paid in cash, this should be in the employment agreement or must be agreed in writing somewhere else)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">A plain explanation of how to help resolve employment relationship problems including advice that personal grievances must be raised within 90 days<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">A statement that the employee will get (at least) time-and-a-half payment for working on a public holiday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">For relevant employees, an employment protection provision to apply if the employer\u2019s business is sold or transferred, or if the employee\u2019s work is contracted out<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Any other matters agreed on, such as trial periods, probationary arrangements, or availability provisions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">The nature of the employment if the employment is fixed-term.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nEmployers are required to keep a copy of each team member\u2019s employment agreement.\n\n<figure id=\"attachment_21439\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21439\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-21439\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/what-is-an-employment-contract-5-scaled-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"woman reading her employee contracts\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21439\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">For the benefit of both the employer and employee, ensure you have all the essential inclusions of your employment contract covered. Photo by Amy Hirschi on <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unsplash<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Every employment agreement is different<\/h2>\nA written employment contract is a legally binding document that lays everything out on the table; terms, expectations on employee&#8217;s performance, contingency plans and more.\n\nIt&#8217;s designed to protect your employee but also you and your business, so it&#8217;s worth putting in the time to get it right. It\u2019s a key part of building a trusting and transparent employment relationship.\n\nMake use of resources like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/\">employment.govt.nz<\/a> and the employment agreement builder to understand the inclusions set out by the government, differences between contract types and ideas on clauses that may be relevant to you.\n\nAlso, don\u2019t hesitate to consult an employment lawyer if you\u2019re not sure how to put together your employment contract. Getting some advice for your specific situation can help you create the most accurate document, and give you a great knowledge base for the future.\n\nIf you\u2019re currently seeking an employment lawyer in New Zealand, our friends at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.martellimckegg.co.nz\/\">Martelli McKegg<\/a> may be able to help.\n\nIf you\u2019re considering hiring overseas, these hiring guides will help you understand how employment law differs across different countries.\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/hire-employees\/australia\/\">Australia<\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/hire-employees\/united-kingdom\/\">United Kingdom<\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/hire-employees\/singapore\/\">Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/hire-employees\/philippines\/\">Philippines<\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/hire-employees\/netherlands\/\">Netherlands<\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/hire-employees\/indonesia\/\">Indonesia<\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/hire-employees\/canada\/\">Canada<\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/hire-employees\/united-states\/\">United States<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-21440\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/what-is-an-employment-contract-6-scaled-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"applicant consulting with an employment lawyer\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/>\n\nConsulting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.employment.govt.nz\/\">employment.govt.nz<\/a> or an employment lawyer can help. Photo by Amy Hirschi on Unsplash\n<h2>The benefits of using digital contracts<\/h2>\nEverything\u2019s going digital these days, and employment contracts are following suit!\n\nBut what are the benefits of using an electronic employment contract over a classic paper version? Well, they simply make life a whole lot easier for you and your employees. Here\u2019s how.\n<h3>1. They save everyone time<\/h3>\nWith traditional paper contracts, you have to create the document, print it, and send it out via snail mail. Alternatively, you might send a copy via email &#8211; which will require your new hire to print it out and send it back to you (and who has a home printer these days?).\n\nWith digital contracts, you\u2019ll simply flick it over to your new employee via the cloud. They can receive it, make a digital signature and have it back to you within minutes.\n<h3>2. They streamline the offer process<\/h3>\nEvery hiring manager will know that recruitment is a race! The faster that you secure that person, the more you reduce the risk of having them be snapped up by another company.\n\nWhen you\u2019re working digitally, you streamline the whole offer process. It\u2019s not only faster, but it\u2019s also simpler. It can help you get your new recruit confirmed and excited to get started.\n\nLooking for a way to simplify your hiring process? Go digital and save time with our <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/products\/applicant-tracking-system\/\">ATS software.<\/a>\n<h3>3. They are easily accessible<\/h3>\nAre you heading into a performance review and need to quickly review details of someone\u2019s employment? Maybe your employee wants to double-check their work details at tax time?\n\nThese are tasks that, before electronic contracts, could have held you up for an hour (or more!). Instead, you can access your digital files securely and in seconds on the cloud.\n\nUsing electronic employment contracts can help you ditch tedious filing tasks. Search for an employee\u2019s contract in seconds and say bye-bye to filing cabinets for good.\n\nSee five more reasons why <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/electronic-employment-contracts\/\">you should make the switch to digital employment contracts<\/a>.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-21441\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/what-is-an-employment-contract-7-scaled-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"man checking his digital employment contract\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/>\n\nDigital employment contracts can make life a whole lot easier. Photo by Bench Accounting on Unsplash\n<h2>Other essential parts of the onboarding process<\/h2>\nWhen you issue your employment contract, it\u2019s also best practice to include some other essential onboarding information.\n<h3>Workplace policies<\/h3>\nEvery business needs to have clear and easy to understand workplace policies and procedures in place.\n\nThey protect your business from a range of situations, whether it\u2019s social media, inappropriate computer use, discrimination or harassment. Policies are key to developing your business through your people and protecting it against financial risks.\n\nA policy is only effective if properly communicated and uniformly enforced to all employees. This means you need to explain the policy and provide training if necessary to ensure your employees understand how to comply with the policy and the consequences if they breach it.\n\nMake sure employees sign off on a document acknowledging that they are aware of the policy and understand it completely.\n\nDid you know that 91爆料 has a library of HR policy templates written by employment experts on our platform? Learn more about how <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/solutions\/onboarding-software\/\">our HR tools can help you streamline hiring<\/a>.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-21442\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/what-is-an-employment-contract-8.png\" alt=\"common workplace policies\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/what-is-an-employment-contract-8.png 1200w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/what-is-an-employment-contract-8-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/what-is-an-employment-contract-8-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/what-is-an-employment-contract-8-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/06\/what-is-an-employment-contract-8-440x293.png 440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<h3>Employee handbook<\/h3>\nIf you have one, distribute your employee handbook to your new team member early in the onboarding process.\n\nAn employee handbook will likely not cover the formal information that has been covered in the employment contract. Rather, think of it as a friendly introduction to your business.\n<h4>Common elements of an employee handbook<\/h4>\nWhat your employee handbook includes is up to you, but here are some helpful additions that will help your team member get started;\n<ul>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">A brief history of the business<\/li>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Information about your company\u2019s mission and values<\/li>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">An overview of your business goals<\/li>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">An introduction to the senior leaders of the team<\/li>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">An organisational chart to better understand who\u2019s who<\/li>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Any details on your company culture (when does the team come together, what do they do to celebrate their achievements)<\/li>\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">A training manual (if required)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Job description or list of duties<\/h3>\nA job description or position description (JD or PD) should be a comprehensive document that gives your employee a deeper understanding of their role.\n\nWhile a job description or list of duties is generally provided at the recruitment stage, it\u2019s always a good idea to reissue these on commencement of employment. Providing this kind of document can help your new employee prepare for their role, and can give them a reference to return to throughout their employment.\n<h4>Creating your best job description<\/h4>\nNot sure how to create a comprehensive job description? Our <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/job-description-template\/\">free job description template<\/a> can help.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-21443\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/06\/what-is-an-employment-contract-9-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"team member trained by employer\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/>\n\nGive your new team member everything they need for success. 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