Employment contracts, policies and procedures

The employment contract lies at the heart of the employment relationship. Legal compliance is a fundamental requirement, but a clear, well drafted and commercially focused employment contract is key.

Many contractual disputes arise due to confusion, ambiguity or omission. Disputes can be easily avoided when a contract is clearly drafted and contains all the relevant and up to date terms.

Whether you wish to have your existing employment documents updated or new documents prepared from scratch, Hill Dickinson appreciates the commercial benefits and security that properly drafted employment contracts and procedures can offer.

How Hill Dickinson can help

Hill Dickinson can provide expert advice and support with:

  • Drafting new contracts, policies and procedures
  • Auditing existing contracts, policies and procedures and diagnosing defects
  • Advising on how to implement new contracts and policy documentation or vary existing documentation

Client testimonials

"With the help of Hill Dickinson we have totally overhauled our recruitment, disciplinary and other HR procedures."
Joe Morris, Operations Director, TJ Morris Ltd

 

Key contacts

James Upton
Partner
James Upton
Telephone
+44 (0) 161 817 7262
Email
james.upton@hilldickinson.com
Philip Farrar
Partner
Philip Farrar
Telephone
+44 (0) 151 600 8615
Email
philip.farrar@hilldickinson.com

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