Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore. Covers basic terms and conditions of employment, notice periods, salary payments, and leave entitlements. Since 2019, covers all employees except domestic workers, seafarers, and public servants.
Central Provident Fund Act (Chapter 36): Regulates mandatory social security savings system, including requirements for CPF contributions and treatment of CPF during employment termination.
Employment Claims Act 2016: Establishes framework for employment dispute resolution mechanisms and sets statutory limits for claims.
Income Tax Act: Governs tax implications of separation payments and treatment of benefits and compensation in termination scenarios.
MOM Guidelines: Ministry of Manpower guidelines including Fair Employment Practices and Tripartite Guidelines on Managing Excess Manpower.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates the handling of employee's personal information and confidentiality provisions in employment relationships.
Retirement and Re-employment Act: Addresses statutory obligations regarding retirement benefits and re-employment requirements for eligible employees.
Notice Period Requirements: Statutory and contractual requirements for notice periods during employment termination.
Final Salary Calculation: Computation of final salary including pro-rated components, bonuses, and treatment of unused leave.
Confidentiality and Non-Compete: Provisions regarding ongoing confidentiality obligations and non-compete/non-solicitation restrictions post-employment.
Settlement Terms: Full and final settlement terms including tax clearance requirements and company property return procedures.
