Question 1

What does a custom Employment Agreement include?

Accepted Answer

Your custom Employment Agreement will include:

• Job title, duties and reporting structure
• Place of work and working hours
• Probationary period and performance review process
• Salary, bonuses and benefits package
• Holiday entitlement and leave provisions
• Confidentiality obligations and IP assignment
• Reasonable restrictive covenants (non-compete/non-solicit)
• Disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Sickness and capability provisions
• Termination clauses and notice periods
• Governing law and jurisdiction

Each section is tailored specifically to your role requirements, company policies and UK employment law.

Question 2

How quickly will I receive my employment agreement?

Accepted Answer

Standard delivery is 3 business days from when we receive your completed questionnaire. Express delivery (1 business day) is available for an additional fee.

After checkout, we send a detailed questionnaire about the role, remuneration, benefits, policies, and any covenants you wish to include.

Question 3

Who drafts my employment agreement?

Accepted Answer

Your agreement is drafted by a licensed UK solicitor with extensive experience in employment law and contract drafting. Our team includes solicitors with 15+ years of experience advising SMEs and startups on employment matters.

All agreements are reviewed to ensure compliance with UK employment law, GDPR, and current case law on restrictive covenants.

Question 4

How do you gather the information you need?

Accepted Answer

After checkout, we send you an AI-powered questionnaire that asks about:

• The role, duties and seniority level
• Remuneration package (salary, bonuses, benefits)
• Working arrangements (hours, location, flexibility)
• Your company's policies and staff handbook
• Any restrictive covenants you require
• Specific provisions for your industry

The questionnaire adapts based on your answers and typically takes 15-20 minutes to complete.

Question 5

Can you include restrictive covenants (non-compete/non-solicit)?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can include reasonable restrictive covenants tailored to UK law and the specific role, including:

• Non-compete clauses
• Non-solicitation of clients
• Non-solicitation of employees
• Non-dealing provisions
• Garden leave clauses

We ensure all covenants are proportionate and enforceable under current UK case law, taking into account the employee's seniority and access to confidential information.

Question 6

How many revisions are included?

Accepted Answer

Your custom employment agreement includes two rounds of revisions at no additional cost. Most clients find this sufficient to refine the agreement to their exact requirements.

Additional revisions beyond two rounds can be requested for a nominal fee.

Question 7

Can I speak with the solicitor drafting my agreement?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A 30-minute consultation with the drafting solicitor is available as an add-on service. This is helpful if you have complex requirements, need advice on specific clauses, or want to discuss your broader employment law strategy.

For most standard employment agreements, the questionnaire process captures all necessary information without requiring a call.

Question 8

What makes this different from using a template?

Accepted Answer

Unlike generic templates, your agreement is:

• Drafted from scratch by a UK solicitor
• Tailored to your specific role and company policies
• Aligned with current UK employment law and case law
• Customized for your industry and business model
• Written in clear, plain English (not archaic legalese)
• Reviewed for enforceability of restrictive covenants

Templates often contain inappropriate clauses, outdated provisions, or unenforceable restrictions that can create problems later.

Question 9

Do you align terms with our staff handbook and policies?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We reference your staff handbook, policies and procedures to ensure the employment agreement dovetails seamlessly with your existing framework.

We can also flag any inconsistencies between your proposed contract terms and your handbook, helping you avoid potential disputes.

Question 10

Is this compliant with UK employment law?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All agreements are drafted to comply with:

• Employment Rights Act 1996
• Working Time Regulations 1998
• National Minimum Wage Act 1998
• Equality Act 2010
• GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018
• Current case law on restrictive covenants

We stay current with employment law changes and recent tribunal decisions to ensure your agreement is fully compliant.

Question 11

Can I amend the agreement in future?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You own the agreement and can amend it as needed. However, we recommend consulting with an employment solicitor before making significant changes, as certain amendments may require employee consent or proper consultation processes.

We can provide guidance on making future amendments if needed.

Question 12

What guidance do you provide for implementing the agreement?

Accepted Answer

We provide notes on:

• How to present the agreement to your new employee
• Timing of signing (before or on first day)
• What supporting documents to provide (handbook, policies)
• Record-keeping requirements
• What to do if the employee requests changes

This ensures smooth onboarding and reduces the risk of disputes.

Question 13

What happens after I receive the agreement?

Accepted Answer

Once you approve the final version:

• We send you an editable Word document
• You can use it immediately with your new employee
• You can reuse it for similar roles with appropriate modifications
• We're available for follow-up questions

The agreement is yours to keep and use without any ongoing fees or royalties.

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