Contracts and Policies Advice

If you’re working, you should have a contract, regardless of your employment status. This includes all levels of seniority, from junior members of staff through to top level managers, and all types of work schedules, from zero hours workers through to full-time permanent staff.

Laceys is experienced in preparing and reviewing all types of contracts. We can swiftly identify any clauses that may require negotiation while ensuring that all terms comply with current employment law.

Your employment contract will set out all of your rights and obligations, from statutory terms to post termination restrictions, so that both you and your employer understand exactly what is expected of you.

If you’re about to start a new job, it is a good idea to take advice from an employment specialist on the proposed new contract of employment and any benefits you have been offered before you sign to help avoid misunderstandings and disagreements in the future.

You may also need to check whether your new role puts you in breach of restrictive covenants and other contractual obligations such as confidentiality clauses in your current contract. An example of a restrictive covenant is a ‘non-compete’ clause, which would restrict you from working for a competitor or setting up a competing business for a specific time. Taking early advice before leaving may help you negotiate either a waiver or reduction in restrictions so you can get on with working.

If you would like some advice on a contract, please contact one of our expert Employment specialists to find out how we can help you.