Definition: An employment contract is a signed agreement between an employee and employer. An employment contract typically itemizes salary, benefits, and duration of employment.
An employment contract may also contain a confidentiality clause and a non-compete agreement if the employee terminates employment.
Also Known As: contract of employment, employment agreement
Examples:
Janna and her employer signed an employment contract that itemized her salary, benefits, length of employment, and which included a confidentiality agreement.
