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Short Employment Contract for Saudi Arabia

Short Employment Contract Template for Saudi Arabia

A concise employment agreement template designed for use in Saudi Arabia, compliant with Saudi Labor Law and Sharia principles. This document outlines the essential terms and conditions of employment, including basic salary, benefits, working hours, and leave entitlements as required by Saudi legislation. The contract incorporates recent labor law amendments and ensures compliance with mandatory requirements such as the Wage Protection System (WPS) and GOSI registration, while maintaining a streamlined format suitable for standard employment relationships.

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What is a Short Employment Contract?

This Short Employment Contract is specifically designed for use in Saudi Arabia, providing a simplified yet comprehensive framework for establishing employment relationships in compliance with local laws. The document is particularly useful for companies seeking to hire employees under standard terms and conditions without the complexity of a full-length employment agreement. It incorporates all essential elements required by Saudi Labor Law, including recent 2021 reforms, while maintaining brevity and clarity. Suitable for both Saudi nationals and expatriate employees, the contract ensures compliance with Saudization requirements, GOSI regulations, and other mandatory provisions while remaining accessible and easy to understand for all parties involved.

What sections should be included in a Short Employment Contract?

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

2. Background: Brief context of the employment relationship and agreement purpose

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Appointment and Term: Position title, employment status (fixed-term/unlimited), and commencement date

5. Duties and Responsibilities: Main job responsibilities and reporting relationships

6. Place of Work: Primary workplace location and potential for travel/relocation

7. Working Hours: Standard working hours, days, and overtime arrangements as per Saudi Labor Law

8. Compensation and Benefits: Base salary, allowances, and statutory benefits including GOSI

9. Leave Entitlements: Annual leave, sick leave, and other statutory leave entitlements

10. Termination: Notice periods and grounds for termination as per Saudi Labor Law

11. Confidentiality: Protection of company confidential information

12. Governing Law: Confirmation of Saudi Law application and dispute resolution

What sections are optional to include in a Short Employment Contract?

1. Probation Period: Include when the employer wishes to implement a probation period (up to 90 days under Saudi law)

2. Non-Competition: Include when restricting post-employment competition is necessary, subject to Saudi law limitations

3. Intellectual Property: Include when the role involves creation of intellectual property

4. Remote Work: Include when allowing work from home or remote working arrangements

5. Commission Structure: Include for sales or commission-based roles

6. Training Obligations: Include when specific training requirements or bonds are needed

7. Housing Allowance: Include when providing separate housing benefits beyond basic salary

What schedules should be included in a Short Employment Contract?

1. Schedule 1 - Job Description: Detailed outline of role responsibilities and requirements

2. Schedule 2 - Compensation Details: Breakdown of salary components, allowances, and benefits

3. Schedule 3 - Company Policies: Reference to key company policies applicable to the employment

4. Schedule 4 - Code of Conduct: Standards of behavior and professional conduct expected

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Genie AI | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

Saudi Arabia

Publisher

Genie AI

Document Type

Employment Contract

Cost

Free to use
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