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1 Year Employment Contract Template for Nigeria

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"I need a 1 Year Employment Contract for a senior software developer in our Lagos office, starting January 15, 2025, with strong IP protection clauses and remote work provisions, compliant with Nigerian law."

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This 1 Year Employment Contract is designed for use in Nigeria when establishing fixed-term employment relationships. It serves as a legally binding agreement between employers and employees, incorporating all requirements under the Nigerian Labour Act and related employment legislation. The contract is particularly useful for project-based work, temporary positions, or when organizations need to hire for a specific duration. It includes comprehensive provisions covering employment terms, compensation, benefits, working hours, leave entitlements, and termination procedures, all aligned with Nigerian employment law requirements. The document can be customized for various industry sectors while maintaining its core compliance with Nigerian labor regulations.
Suggested Sections

1. Parties: Identification of the employer and employee with full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Brief context of the employment relationship and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the contract

4. Appointment and Term: Position title, employment duration (1 year), and commencement date

5. Duties and Responsibilities: Main responsibilities, reporting lines, and performance expectations

6. Place of Work: Primary work location and any mobility requirements

7. Hours of Work: Standard working hours, overtime provisions, and rest periods as per Labour Act

8. Remuneration: Salary, payment frequency, and method of payment

9. Leave Entitlements: Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays as per Nigerian law

10. Confidentiality: Protection of company confidential information

11. Termination: Notice periods and grounds for termination

12. Governing Law: Specification of Nigerian law as governing law

13. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving employment-related disputes

Optional Sections

1. Probationary Period: Include if the employee is subject to an initial probation period

2. Non-Compete: Include for senior positions or roles with access to sensitive information

3. Intellectual Property: Include for creative or technical roles involving creation of IP

4. Remote Work: Include if remote working arrangements are permitted

5. Commission Structure: Include for sales or commission-based roles

6. Benefits: Include if additional benefits beyond statutory requirements are offered

7. Performance Bonuses: Include if performance-based incentives are part of compensation

8. Training Requirements: Include if specific training or qualifications are required

Suggested Schedules

1. Schedule 1 - Job Description: Detailed description of role, responsibilities, and requirements

2. Schedule 2 - Compensation Details: Breakdown of salary components, allowances, and benefits

3. Schedule 3 - Company Policies: Key company policies that form part of employment terms

4. Schedule 4 - Performance Metrics: Specific KPIs and performance evaluation criteria

5. Appendix A - Code of Conduct: Company's code of conduct and ethical guidelines

6. Appendix B - Statutory Benefits: Summary of statutory benefits under Nigerian law

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ tiktok³ÉÈË°æ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

alex.den.21@genieai.co
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