Contracts and documents

Employment agreement

Determine the working relationship between employer and employee in a detailed and precise contract. Download an employment agreement in .doc (word) format, along with a detailed explanatory note.

Under Swiss law, employment contracts do not have to be in writing. It is therefore quite possible for an oral contract to be valid. Nevertheless, it is strongly recommended to use a written agreement, for reasons of proof and transparency.

The main elements to be taken into account when signing an employment agreement include the duration of the contract, working hours (full-time or part-time) and schedules, remuneration (salary, bonus, commission, overtime, etc.), vacations and leave, arrangements in the event of incapacity to work, and conditions for terminating the agreement. In some industries, union employment agreements apply, and it is mandatory to refer to them.

Our employment agreement is supplied in .doc (word) format, allowing you to adapt it to your needs. A detailed explanatory note is supplied with the contract to help you understand the parts of the document that depend on the choice of the parties, and to complete them in a way that is specific and adapted to the situation. Download an employment agreement for CHF 150.- and adapt it to your needs.

Frequently asked questions

Is this employment contract template compliant with Swiss law?
Yes. Our templates are drafted by lawyers in accordance with the Swiss Code of Obligations.
Can I adapt the contract to my situation?
Yes. The document is provided in editable Word (.doc) format.
Does it cover the trial period and notice periods?
Yes. It includes the usual clauses — trial period, notice periods, salary, holidays — compliant with legal requirements.