Guide to Hiring Employees for Every Business in Singapore

GUIDE TO HIRING EMPLOYEES FOR EVERY BUSINESS IN SINGAPORE What is the Singapore Employment Act? The Singapore Employment Act is the main labour law that spells out the terms and conditions of recruitment, as well as the rights, duties and responsibilities of employers and employees. Who is covered under the Singapore Employment Act? All local and foreign emloyees under a contract of service with an employer. Who is not covered under the Singapore Employment Act? Seafarers, domestic workers and civil servants are not covered under the act. What is Part IV of Singapore Employment Act and who does it cover? The Part IV of this act, which provides for rest days, hours of work and other conditions of service, applies to most employees and does not cover managers or executives. Employees in Singapore are not required to work more than 6 consecutive hours without a break. Employees usually work for 44 hours a week. Employees are not allowed to work more than 12 hours a day, except for urgent work, or work that is essential to the community. What should go into an Employment Contract? If your employee is covered under the Employment Act, your contractual terms should abide by the requirements under the Act. Key components include: Appointment position Duration of contract Date of employment commencement Renumeration package Hours of work Employee benefits Probation clause Code of conduct Termination clause What are my obligations as an Employer? Apply for work passes or permits Buy insurance Report employees' income TAX Make Central Provident Fund contributions Paying levies Tax clearance Pay Skills Development Levy PRESENTED BY: RELIANCE CONSULTING www.corporateservicessingapore.com