Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary legislation governing employment relations in Singapore. Covers all employees except seafarers, domestic workers, and public servants. Mandates core provisions on employment terms and conditions including the requirement for written key employment terms (KETs).
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Legislation governing the employment of foreign workers in Singapore. Required consideration if hiring non-Singaporean employees.
Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices: Guidelines established by tripartite partners (Government, Employers, and Unions) to ensure fair and merit-based employment practices in Singapore.
Tripartite Guidelines on Issuance of Key Employment Terms: Guidelines specifying the format and content requirements for documenting mandatory employment terms.
Key Employment Terms (KETs): mandatory terms that must be included in employment documents including: employer/employee names, job title/duties, start date, duration, working hours, salary details, benefits, leave entitlements, and notice period.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Legislation governing the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Relevant for handling employee information in employment contracts.
Central Provident Fund Act: Legislation governing mandatory social security savings system. Employers must make CPF contributions for eligible employees.
Work Injury Compensation Act: Legislation providing a framework for workplace injury compensation. Employers must ensure adequate coverage for employees.
