The Minimum Term Employment Contract is specifically designed for situations where an employer in New Zealand needs to engage an employee for a fixed period with a defined end date. This type of agreement is commonly used for project-based work, seasonal employment, coverage for parental leave, or other legitimate business situations requiring temporary staffing. The contract must comply with New Zealand employment law, particularly the Employment Relations Act 2000, which requires genuine reasons based on reasonable grounds for the fixed term and clear communication of when and how the employment will end. The document includes all mandatory provisions required by New Zealand law while providing flexibility to accommodate various roles and industries. It is essential that the agreement clearly states the reason for the fixed term and ensures all minimum employment rights and entitlements are properly addressed.

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

2. Background: Brief context about the employment relationship and reason for fixed term

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Nature and Duration of Employment: Specifies the fixed term period, reason for fixed term, and role details

5. Position and Duties: Outlines the employee's role, responsibilities, and reporting relationships

6. Hours of Work: Details regular hours, breaks, and overtime arrangements

7. Place of Work: Specifies primary work location and any flexibility arrangements

8. Remuneration: Details salary/wages, payment frequency, and review process

9. Leave Entitlements: Covers annual, sick, bereavement, and public holiday leave

10. Health and Safety: Outlines health and safety obligations and procedures

11. Confidentiality: Defines confidential information and protection requirements

12. Property: Covers company property, intellectual property, and return of assets

13. Termination: Details termination processes, notice periods, and final pay

14. Employee Protection Provision: Statutory requirement regarding restructuring scenarios

15. Disputes Resolution: Process for resolving employment relationship problems

16. General Provisions: Includes governing law, entire agreement, and variation clauses

17. Execution: Signature blocks for both parties