This 1 Year Employment Contract template is designed for Australian employers seeking to engage employees for a fixed twelve-month term. It's particularly useful for project-based roles, temporary positions, or when organizations need to maintain workforce flexibility. The document complies with all relevant Australian employment legislation, including the Fair Work Act 2009, state-specific employment laws, and National Employment Standards. It covers essential employment terms including position details, remuneration, leave entitlements, and termination provisions, while allowing customization for specific industry requirements and role responsibilities. This contract type is commonly used for probationary periods preceding permanent employment, specific project durations, or when organizations need to align employment terms with funding or contract cycles.

1. Parties: Identifies the employer and employee with their full legal names and addresses

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

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the contract

4. Position and Duties: Details of the role, position title, reporting relationships and key responsibilities

5. Term of Employment: Specifies the 1-year duration, start date, and any probationary period

6. Remuneration: Base salary, payment frequency, and review provisions

7. Hours of Work: Standard working hours, flexibility requirements, and overtime provisions

8. Leave Entitlements: Annual, personal/carer's, compassionate and other leave entitlements as per NES

9. Superannuation: Superannuation contribution arrangements and fund details

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 confidentiality obligations

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