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Contracts of employment
The key to any good working relationship begins by knowing what is expected of you as an employee. And it’s equally important for you to know what to expect from your employer. That’s why a contract of employment is so important.
Employment Contract Advice from Masons Law
Whether written or verbal, a contract of employment should clearly explain your rights and responsibilities as an employee as well as stating the conditions of your employment, such as working hours, holiday entitlement and pay.
At QualitySolicitors, we provide advice on all aspects of contracts of employment. Perhaps you’ve been asked to sign a contract that you don’t understand or maybe you’re worried about changes your employer is making to an existing contract. Whatever the situation, it’s important to remember that even if you don’t sign a contract, you are still assumed to have accepted the terms by accepting a job offer. So it’s important to ensure you understand a contract and are happy with the terms before starting a job.
Whatever concerns you have, our friendly and knowledgeable employment law solicitors are here to help. You can talk to us in complete confidence and with our free initial assessment and no hidden costs promises you can talk to us before deciding what action to take. So if you’d like to find out more about contracts of employment, call us on 0208 5324884
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Contracts of employment
The key to any good working relationship begins by knowing what is expected of you as an employee. And it’s equally important for you to know what to expect from your employer. That’s why a contract of employment is so important.
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Unlawful deductions
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