Remote Employment Agreement Template for Netherlands

This Remote Employment Agreement is designed for use when establishing formal remote working arrangements under Dutch law. It is particularly relevant in today's evolving workplace environment where organizations increasingly employ staff working primarily or exclusively from remote locations. The document ensures compliance with Dutch employment legislation while addressing specific challenges of remote work, including workplace safety, data protection, and equipment provisions. It's suitable for both Dutch domestic arrangements and situations involving international remote workers, provided they fall under Dutch jurisdiction. The agreement includes comprehensive provisions for working hours, availability, communication protocols, and performance management in a remote setting, while ensuring alignment with Dutch labor laws and regulations regarding remote work.

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

2. Background: Context of the employment relationship and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including 'Remote Work', 'Workplace', 'Working Hours', etc.

4. Position and Duties: Job title, role description, responsibilities, and reporting structure

5. Term and Commencement: Start date, type of contract (fixed-term/indefinite), and probationary period if applicable

6. Remote Working Arrangements: Primary work location, flexibility provisions, office attendance requirements if any

7. Working Hours and Availability: Working hours, core hours, break times, and availability requirements

8. Salary and Benefits: Compensation, benefits, allowances including remote working cost compensation

9. Equipment and Expenses: Provisions regarding work equipment, internet, phone, and expense reimbursement

10. Data Protection and Security: Requirements for handling company data, security measures, and privacy obligations

11. Health and Safety: Workplace safety requirements, ergonomic standards, and related responsibilities

12. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding company confidential information and trade secrets

13. Leave Entitlements: Vacation, sick leave, and other types of leave as per Dutch law

14. Termination: Notice periods, grounds for termination, and related procedures

15. Governing Law: Confirmation of Dutch law application and jurisdiction