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Definite Term Employment Contract
"I need a Definite Term Employment Contract under Swiss law for a senior software developer position in Zurich, running from March 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, with remote working provisions and intellectual property clauses for a technology startup."
1. Parties: Identification of the employer and employee with full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Brief context of the employment relationship and purpose of the fixed-term contract
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Position and Duties: Job title, role description, and main responsibilities
5. Term of Employment: Specific start and end dates of the fixed-term contract
6. Workplace: Primary location of work and any flexibility arrangements
7. Working Hours: Standard working hours, breaks, and recording of working time
8. Salary and Benefits: Base salary, payment schedule, and mandatory benefits
9. Social Security and Insurance: Mandatory social security contributions and insurance coverage
10. Holidays and Leave: Annual leave entitlement, public holidays, and other leave rights
11. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding company confidential information
12. Data Protection: Processing of employee personal data and privacy rights
13. Intellectual Property: Ownership of work products and innovations
14. Termination: Conditions for early termination if applicable
15. Governing Law: Confirmation of Swiss law application and jurisdiction
16. Entire Agreement: Integration clause and relationship to other agreements
1. Probationary Period: Include if a trial period is agreed upon, though less common in fixed-term contracts
2. Bonus Arrangements: Include if performance-based or discretionary bonuses are offered
3. Remote Work Provisions: Include if remote work is permitted, specifying conditions and requirements
4. Non-Competition: Include if post-contractual competition restrictions are required, subject to strict Swiss law requirements
5. Language Requirements: Include if specific language skills are required for the position
6. Training Obligations: Include if specific training is required or provided
7. Secondary Employment: Include if restrictions on additional employment are needed
8. Company Car/Mobile Device: Include if company equipment or vehicles are provided
1. Schedule 1 - Job Description: Detailed description of role, responsibilities, and reporting lines
2. Schedule 2 - Compensation Details: Breakdown of salary components and benefits
3. Schedule 3 - Company Policies: Reference to applicable workplace policies and procedures
4. Schedule 4 - Working Time Regulations: Detailed working hours, overtime arrangements, and time recording requirements
5. Appendix A - Code of Conduct: Company's code of conduct and ethical standards
6. Appendix B - IT Usage Policy: Rules and guidelines for use of company IT systems
7. Appendix C - Expense Policy: Guidelines for business expense claims and reimbursement
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Employment Period
Intellectual Property Rights
Normal Working Hours
Notice Period
Parties
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Place of Work
Position
Probationary Period
Public Holidays
Remuneration
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Social Security Contributions
Termination Date
Working Day
Work Product
Workplace Policies
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Bonus
Company Property
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Overtime
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Sick Pay
Accident Insurance
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Pension Fund
Position and Duties
Place of Work
Working Hours
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Social Security
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Holiday Entitlement
Sick Leave
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Confidentiality
Data Protection
Intellectual Property
Non-Competition
Non-Solicitation
Company Property
Expenses
Training
Performance Review
Termination
Early Termination
Garden Leave
Notice Period
Return of Property
Governing Law
Jurisdiction
Severability
Amendment
Entire Agreement
Language
Employee Obligations
Employer Obligations
Code of Conduct
Health and Safety
Equal Opportunities
Remote Working
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Workplace Policies
Accident Reporting
Travel Requirements
Secondary Employment
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