Employment Contracts

What Makes A Good Employment Contract?

A good employment contract does more than tick boxes. It protects your business, sets clear expectations, and helps prevent disputes before they happen.

We create employment contracts that include everything you need:

Core Terms and Conditions

• Job title, duties, and responsibilities
• Start date and probationary period
• Salary, benefits, and pay arrangements
• Working hours and location
• Holiday entitlement
• Notice periods (both ways)

Protection for Your Business

• Confidentiality clauses
• Restrictive covenants (where appropriate)
• Intellectual property rights
• Garden leave provisions
• Data protection requirements

Clear Procedures

• Disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Absence and sickness reporting
• Performance management process
• Rights to vary terms
• Termination procedures

Legal Compliance

• Right to work requirements
• Pension auto-enrolment
• Statutory rights and entitlements
• GDPR compliance
• Up-to-date employment law

The Problem With DIY Contracts

We see it all the time: business owners using contracts they've downloaded from the internet, borrowed from another business, or cobbled together from various sources.

The problem? Those contracts are rarely fit for purpose.

Generic templates don't account for your specific business needs, your industry requirements, or your particular circumstances. They're often outdated, missing key clauses, or worse, contain terms that are unenforceable.

And when you end up at a tribunal, that "free" contract you downloaded could end up costing you thousands.

Our employment contracts are:

• Tailored to your business – not one-size-fits-all
• Written in plain English – so everyone understands them
• Legally robust – drafted by qualified HR professionals
• Up to date – reflecting the latest employment law changes

Different Contracts For Different Roles

Not every role needs the same type of contract. We'll help you understand what you need and create the right contracts for your team:

Permanent Employees

Full employment contracts covering all core terms, protections, and procedures for ongoing staff members.

Fixed Term Contracts

Time-limited agreements that protect both you and your employee when you need temporary cover or project-based staff.

Part Time And Flexible Workers

Contracts that clearly set out working patterns, hours, and pro-rata entitlements for part-time and flexible staff.

Zero Hours Contracts

Where appropriate, we'll create compliant zero-hours agreements that protect your flexibility while respecting workers' rights.

Directors And Senior Staff

Enhanced contracts with additional protections, restrictive covenants, and appropriate terms for senior roles.

Probationary Periods

Clear terms that protect your business during the probationary period and set out review processes.

Updating Existing Contracts

Perhaps you've already got contracts in place, but they're old, outdated, or not quite right.

We'll review your existing employment contracts and identify any gaps, risks, or areas where you're not properly protected. Then we'll help you update them properly and legally, so everyone's on the same page and your business is safe.

You can't just change contracts unilaterally. There's a process to follow, and we'll guide you through it to make sure you do it right and avoid potential claims.

What You Get When You Work With Us

When you work with J Mann Associates to create your employment contracts, you get:

• Tailored contracts written specifically for your business and your roles
• Plain English drafting – no confusing legal jargon
• Legal compliance – fully up to date with current employment law
• Expert guidance on what to include and why
• Protection from unnecessary tribunal claims
• Peace of mind that your contracts actually work
• Ongoing support if you need to update or change contracts later