Careers

When should I give my employee their contract of employment?

By law (from Acas and Directgov), within two months of a new employee starting work you must provide a written statement which sets out the key terms of their employment. However, it is imperative to ensure your new employee fully appreciates the terms and conditions upon which the position is offered and a contract should thus be provided when you make a formal offer of employment. More information available from Small Claims.


I took on a part-time secretary just over a year ago but never provided a contract of employment - is it now too late?

No, but you must not put off the issue any longer. You need to contact us right away so we can help you clarify their terms and conditions of employment. If you continue to ignore the matter and a problem was to arise which escalated into a tribunal claim, you would be forced to pay additional compensation for your failure to provide a written, accurate and up-to-date statement setting out the key terms of their employment. More information available from Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority.