The General Employment Agreement is a fundamental legal document used in Nigeria to formalize the employment relationship between organizations and their employees. This agreement is essential for compliance with Nigerian labor laws, particularly the Labour Act (Cap L1, LFN 2004) and related employment legislation. It should be used at the commencement of any new employment relationship or when updating terms for existing employees. The document covers crucial aspects including job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, working hours, leave entitlements, and termination provisions. It incorporates mandatory requirements under Nigerian law while allowing flexibility to accommodate specific industry requirements and employer policies. This agreement serves as a crucial reference point throughout the employment relationship and helps prevent disputes by clearly documenting agreed terms.
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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 agreement
3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Appointment and Term: Details of the position, employment status (permanent/fixed-term), and commencement date
5. Duties and Responsibilities: Main responsibilities, reporting lines, and performance expectations
6. Place of Work: Primary workplace location and potential for relocation or travel
7. Hours of Work: Standard working hours, overtime provisions, and rest periods as per Labour Act
8. Remuneration: Salary, payment frequency, deductions, and review process
9. Benefits: Statutory and additional benefits including pension, healthcare, and allowances
10. Leave Entitlements: Annual, sick, maternity/paternity, and other leave provisions
11. Confidentiality: Protection of employer's confidential information and trade secrets
12. Intellectual Property: Ownership of work products and innovations created during employment
13. Code of Conduct: Expected behavior, compliance with policies, and disciplinary procedures
14. Termination: Grounds for termination, notice periods, and termination procedures
15. Post-Employment Obligations: Return of company property and ongoing confidentiality obligations
16. Governing Law: Nigerian law as governing law and jurisdiction clause
17. General Provisions: Miscellaneous legal provisions including entire agreement and amendments
1. Probationary Period: Details of initial probation period - include for new employees only
2. Commission Structure: Commission calculation and payment terms - for sales roles
3. Non-Competition: Post-employment competition restrictions - for senior roles or specialized positions
4. Non-Solicitation: Restrictions on soliciting employees/clients - for client-facing roles
5. Mobility Clause: Requirement to relocate - for roles with multiple locations
6. Performance Bonus: Performance-based incentive structure - for management or sales roles
7. Training Requirements: Mandatory training and professional development - for technical or regulated roles
8. Share Options: Employee share scheme participation - for senior executives
9. International Travel: International travel requirements and allowances - for roles requiring travel
1. Schedule 1 - Job Description: Detailed description of role, responsibilities, and requirements
2. Schedule 2 - Compensation Details: Breakdown of salary components, allowances, and benefits
3. Schedule 3 - Company Policies: Key company policies incorporated by reference
4. Schedule 4 - Performance Metrics: KPIs and performance evaluation criteria
5. Appendix A - Employee Handbook: Reference to employee handbook and key provisions
6. Appendix B - Statutory Benefits: Summary of statutory benefits under Nigerian law
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