Employment Contract

In the excitement of starting a new job, don't forget to check your employer has provided all the right documentation to get out started.

Understanding your rights at work is one of the most important things you can do to protect yourself. Whether you’re starting your first job, working part-time, or contracting, New Zealand law gives you a set of basic protections. These are called minimum employment rights and your employer must provide them, no matter what your contract says. What are my minimum legal rights as an employee in New Zealand? In New Zealand, several laws work together to protect employees. The k

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Your employment agreement should clearly state what hours you will work or how hours will be allocated. If you think your hours don't match your contract, or your employer is being unfair with their rostering, find out what your entitlements are and what to do next.

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Before you sign a new employment contract, make sure you read it thoroughly, understand what it means and negotiate if necessary. If in doubt, ask for help from an employment advocate.