Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore. Covers basic terms and working conditions including salary payments, working hours, overtime, rest days, and leave entitlements. Since 2019, covers all employees except domestic workers, seafarers, and public servants.
Central Provident Fund (CPF) Act: Mandatory social security savings scheme that requires both employer and employee contributions. Contribution rates vary based on employee age and wage bands.
Work Injury Compensation Act (WICA): Legislation governing workplace injury compensation, including insurance requirements and compensation framework for workplace injuries and occupational diseases.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, including employee information. Covers consent requirements and data protection obligations.
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Governs the employment of foreign workers, including work pass requirements and specific employment conditions for foreign workers.
Industrial Relations Act: Establishes framework for employee-employer relationships and provides mechanisms for dispute resolution.
Project-Specific Contract Elements: Essential contract components including project duration, scope, term and termination provisions, deliverables, performance metrics, intellectual property rights, confidentiality obligations, non-compete/non-solicitation clauses, and payment terms with project milestones.
