Legal requirements of an employment contract

• Both the employer and the employee should agree to any changes to the contract
• During the employment term, aspects of the contract can be renegotiated if necessary.
• No changes may be made to the employment contract by any other parties
• The contract must be signed by both the employer and employee
• A code of conduct and ethics should be included in the employment contract.
• The terms and conditions of the contract must be explained to the employee
• The contract must not contain any requirements that conflict with the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.