What is Employment Contract?
An Employment Contract is a legally binding agreement between employer and employee setting out terms of employment. Under the EU Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions Directive, employers must provide written terms within the first week of work. Our templates are adapted for Germany, France, Spain, Netherlands, and Czech Republic.
What's included
- Fixed-term and permanent contract variants
- Probation period and statutory notice clauses
- Working time, overtime, and holiday entitlement (EU Working Time Directive)
- Salary, benefits, and expense reimbursement
- Non-compete and confidentiality provisions
- GDPR employee data processing clause
- Remote working addendum included
Frequently asked questions
Is an employment contract mandatory in the EU?+
Yes. Under the EU Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions Directive, employers must provide written terms within the first week of work.
Which countries does this cover?+
Germany, France, Spain, Netherlands, and Czech Republic — each with country-specific legal provisions for notice, holiday, and probation.
What is the minimum notice period?+
Notice periods vary by country and length of service. Our templates include correct statutory minimums for each jurisdiction.