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International Employment Contract
"I need an International Employment Contract for a senior software engineer being hired from Silicon Valley to work in our Hong Kong fintech startup, with provisions for stock options, relocation package, and housing allowance, starting March 2025."
1. Parties: Identification of the employer and employee, including their full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the employment relationship, including any relevant corporate group structure and the international nature of the employment
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including specific Hong Kong law terminology
4. Appointment and Term: Job title, duties, reporting lines, and duration of employment (fixed-term or permanent)
5. Place of Work: Primary workplace location, travel requirements, and any remote working arrangements
6. Hours of Work: Standard working hours, rest days, and overtime arrangements in compliance with Hong Kong law
7. Remuneration and Benefits: Base salary, bonuses, allowances, and statutory benefits under Hong Kong law
8. Leave Entitlements: Annual leave, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, and other statutory leave entitlements
9. Immigration and Work Permits: Requirements and responsibilities regarding necessary visas and work permits
10. Mandatory Provident Fund: MPF arrangements and contributions as required by Hong Kong law
11. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets
12. Intellectual Property: Ownership and assignment of IP created during employment
13. Data Protection: Handling of personal data in compliance with Hong Kong privacy laws
14. Termination: Notice periods, grounds for termination, and post-termination obligations
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirmation of Hong Kong law governance and jurisdiction for disputes
1. Probationary Period: Terms of initial probation period - optional but common in Hong Kong
2. Mobility Clause: Terms regarding potential relocation or transfer between offices - for companies with multiple locations
3. Commission Structure: Detailed commission terms for sales or similar roles
4. Share Options/Equity: Terms of any share option or equity participation schemes
5. Non-Competition: Post-employment restrictions on competing activities
6. Housing Benefits: Terms of housing allowance or accommodation provisions for expatriate employees
7. Education Allowance: Schooling benefits for employees' children - common in expatriate packages
8. Tax Equalization: Tax arrangements for international employees to ensure fair treatment
9. Repatriation: Terms for return to home country at end of employment
10. Language Requirements: Specific language proficiency requirements and testing
1. Schedule 1 - Job Description: Detailed description of role, responsibilities, and performance expectations
2. Schedule 2 - Remuneration Package: Detailed breakdown of salary, allowances, and benefits
3. Schedule 3 - Company Policies: Key company policies applicable to the employment
4. Schedule 4 - Bonus Scheme Rules: Detailed terms of any applicable bonus or incentive schemes
5. Schedule 5 - Expense Policy: Rules and procedures for business expense claims
6. Appendix A - Required Qualifications: List of required professional qualifications and certifications
7. Appendix B - Benefit Plans: Details of insurance, health, and other benefit plans
8. Appendix C - Relocation Package: Details of relocation assistance and benefits if applicable
Authors
Associated Company
Basic Salary
Board
Business Day
Cause
Company
Confidential Information
Contract
Commencement Date
Disability
Employee
Employment
Employment Ordinance
Expat Benefits
Fixed Term
Good Reason
Group
Group Company
Home Country
Host Country
Intellectual Property Rights
KPIs
Mandatory Provident Fund
Material Breach
Notice Period
Parent Company
Personal Data
Probationary Period
Prohibited Person
Protected Information
Remuneration
Restricted Business
Restricted Customer
Restricted Period
Services
Subsidiary
Termination Date
Territory
Trade Secrets
Variable Pay
Work Location
Working Hours
Appointment
Duration
Probationary Period
Duties and Responsibilities
Place of Work
Working Hours
Remuneration
Bonus and Commission
Expenses
Benefits
Leave Entitlements
Mandatory Provident Fund
Medical Benefits
Insurance
Relocation
Housing Allowance
Education Allowance
Tax Equalization
Immigration and Work Permits
Performance Review
Training
Health and Safety
Confidentiality
Intellectual Property
Data Protection
Non-Competition
Non-Solicitation
Non-Dealing
Garden Leave
Termination
Summary Dismissal
Payment on Termination
Repatriation
Post-Termination Obligations
Company Property
Amendments
Entire Agreement
Severability
Notices
Third Party Rights
Governing Law
Jurisdiction
Financial Services
Technology
Professional Services
Manufacturing
Trading and Logistics
Education
Healthcare
Retail
Hospitality
Construction
Maritime and Shipping
Telecommunications
Insurance
Real Estate
Consulting
Human Resources
Legal
Finance
Executive Management
Operations
Information Technology
Research and Development
Sales
Marketing
Business Development
Risk and Compliance
Strategy
Product Development
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Regional Director
Country Manager
Senior Software Engineer
Investment Banker
Legal Counsel
Research Scientist
Professor
Technical Specialist
Sales Director
Business Development Manager
Project Manager
Financial Controller
Operations Director
Risk Manager
Marketing Director
Head of Strategy
Chief Technology Officer
Principal Consultant
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