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Assignment Of Employment Contract Template for Singapore

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Assignment Of Employment Contract

"I need an Assignment of Employment Contract under Singapore law to transfer 50 software engineers from our subsidiary ABC Tech Pte Ltd to our parent company XYZ Global Ltd, effective from 1 March 2025, maintaining all existing employment terms and benefits."

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An Assignment of Employment Contract is crucial during corporate restructuring, mergers, acquisitions, or internal reorganizations in Singapore. This document enables the seamless transfer of employment relationships while ensuring compliance with Singapore's Employment Act and related regulations. It specifically outlines how existing employment terms will be maintained, handles the transfer of benefits and obligations, and addresses any specific requirements under Singapore employment law. The agreement protects all parties' interests while facilitating business transitions.
Suggested Sections

1. Parties: Identifies the current employer (assignor), new employer (assignee), and employee

2. Background: Explains the context of the assignment and original employment relationship

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used tHRoughout the agreement including Effective Date, Original Employment Contract, etc.

4. Assignment: Core provisions detailing the transfer of rights and obligations from assignor to assignee

5. Effective Date: Specifies when the assignment takes effect and timing of transfer

6. Continuing Terms: Confirms maintenance of existing employment terms and conditions post-assignment

7. Governing Law: Specifies Singapore law as governing law and jurisdiction

Optional Sections

1. Employee Consent: Section containing employee's explicit consent to the assignment, required if original contract doesn't permit assignment

2. Treatment of Accrued Benefits: Details handling of accumulated leave, bonuses, and other benefits during transfer

3. Restrictive Covenants: Addresses transfer of non-compete, non-solicitation and confidentiality obligations

4. Data Protection: Provisions regarding transfer and handling of employee personal data under PDPA

5. CPF Arrangements: Details regarding transition of CPF contributions to new employer

Suggested Schedules

1. Schedule 1 - Original Employment Contract: Copy of existing employment agreement being assigned

2. Schedule 2 - Employee Benefits: Detailed list of all benefits and entitlements being transferred

3. Schedule 3 - Outstanding Obligations: List of any pending obligations, liabilities, or claims

4. Schedule 4 - Transferred Policies: List of relevant company policies that will apply post-assignment

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Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Genie AI | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

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Industries

Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, including 2019 amendments extending coverage to all employees, provisions for transfer of employment, and basic terms and conditions that must be maintained during assignment

Employment Claims Act 2016: Regulates dispute resolution mechanisms and defines rights and obligations during employment transfer situations

Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Governs the transfer of employee personal data and consent requirements for data sharing during assignment of employment contracts

Contracts Act (Chapter 53): Provides framework for basic contract formation requirements, assignment principles, and novation rules applicable to employment contract assignments

Companies Act (Chapter 50): Relevant when assignment involves corporate restructuring or mergers, defining corporate obligations and procedures

Competition Act (Chapter 50B): Applicable if the assignment is part of a merger or acquisition, ensuring compliance with competition laws

Central Provident Fund Act: Regulates CPF contributions obligations and transfer of employer responsibilities during employment contract assignment

Work Injury Compensation Act: Governs transfer of insurance obligations and handling of ongoing claims during employment contract assignment

Industrial Relations Act: Addresses implications for unionized employees and collective agreement considerations during employment contract assignment

MOM Guidelines: Ministry of Manpower guidelines providing practical guidance on employment contract assignments and transfers

Common Law Principles: Relevant case law and common law principles affecting employment contracts and their assignment in Singapore

Tripartite Guidelines: Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices that must be considered during employment contract assignments

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Employer, Employee, Start Date, Job Title, Department, Location, Probationary Period, Notice Period, Salary, Overtime, Vacation Pay, Statutory Holidays, Benefits, Bonus, Expenses, Working Hours, Rest Breaks,  Leaves of Absence, Confidentiality, Intellectual Property, Non-Solicitation, Non-Competition, Code of Conduct, Termination,  Severance Pay, Governing Law, Entire Agreemen

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