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Employment Contracts cover binding agreements for staff, interns, and executives across jurisdictions like Germany, Portugal, and the United Kingdom. This category includes specialized documents such as the Bilingual German-English internship agreement and the Portuguese employment agreement. It also addresses post-hiring actions like the Formal resignation letter or a Formal grievance appeal letter. Independent contractor arrangements fall under the Consultancy services agreement rather than standard staff contracts.

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Welcome Aboard: Customizable Intern Offer Letter Template for Employers
This document is an Internship Offer Letter, formally extending an offer for an internship position. It outlines key terms such as start and end dates, working hours, location, stipend, responsibilities, and learning opportunities. The letter also addresses confidentiality, performance evaluation, and the conditions for termination.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
England & Wales
Training Costs Agreement by Business Gateway
This agreement outlines the terms under which an employee agrees to reimburse their employer for training costs. It specifies conditions for reimbursement, such as voluntary withdrawal from the course, dismissal from the course, or resignation from employment within a certain period after course completion. The agreement also details how the reimbursement amount may be reduced over time.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
England & Wales
Hour Opt Out Letter
This document is a 48-Hour Opt Out Letter, designed for an employee to formally agree with their employer to waive the 48-hour average weekly working time limit as stipulated by the Working Time Regulations 1998. It includes provisions for the employee to withdraw their agreement by providing three months' advance notice. This template is explicitly noted as unsuitable for apprentices or individuals under 18 years of age.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Anti Slavery Policy by EasyLegalDocs
This document outlines an Anti-Slavery Policy for a company, detailing its commitment to combating modern slavery in its operations and supply chains. It defines modern slavery, sets out the company's zero-tolerance approach, and specifies responsibilities for compliance, communication, and reporting potential breaches. The policy applies to all individuals working for or on behalf of the company.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Streamline Employee Relations with Our Free Disciplinary Procedure Template
This document outlines a company's disciplinary procedure, detailing the steps taken when an employee's performance or conduct falls below established standards. It covers both informal and formal stages, including warnings and potential dismissal, while ensuring employees have rights to investigation, meetings, and appeals. The policy aims to address issues fairly and consistently within the workplace.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Switzerland
Employment Contract
This is a comprehensive employment contract template designed for use between an employer and an employee. It details key terms such as job function, duration of employment, compensation, working hours, and includes clauses for confidentiality, non-competition, and intellectual property. The template also covers provisions for social benefits, illness, accident, and termination.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Redundancy Appeal Letter by Acas
This template provides a formal letter or email for an employee to appeal a decision of redundancy dismissal. It outlines common reasons for appeal, such as unfair selection or the availability of suitable alternative employment. The template also includes an optional section for the employee to request accompaniment at the appeal meeting.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Smoking Policy by EasyLegalDocs
This Smoking Policy outlines the rules and guidelines for smoking on company property, aiming to protect non-smoking employees from secondhand smoke while accommodating the rights of employees who smoke in designated areas. It applies to all personnel and visitors, prohibiting indoor smoking and requiring proper disposal of cigarette waste. The policy also addresses the use of electronic cigarettes.
Updated 17 Oct 2025

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