An indefinite employment contract is the primary and most stable form of employment relationship in Georgia. According to legislation, if the contract does not specify a term, or if grounds for a fixed-term contract do not exist, it is considered an indefinite contract. This document regulates the long-term relationship between employer and employee and creates security guarantees for both parties. A standard contract does not mean "generic"; it must be tailored to the specifics of the company and the requirements of the position to avoid ambiguity in the future.
A well-drafted indefinite contract covers not only mandatory clauses (remuneration, location, functions) but also additional regulations: confidentiality, conflict of interest, overtime, and leave rules. Since terminating an indefinite contract is more difficult for an employer than a fixed-term one, special attention is paid to detailing the probation period and grounds for termination. Specialists registered on Legal.ge will help you create a standard contract that serves as a solid foundation for your company's labor policy.
What does the Standard Employment Contracts service cover?
- Defining Mandatory Details: Precise formulation of essential terms required by the Labor Code (start date, place of work, position, salary).
- Regulating Probation Period: Correctly drafting a maximum 6-month probation period, allowing the employer to easily terminate the relationship if the candidate is unsuitable.
- Overtime Compensation: Establishing rates and payment rules in accordance with legal requirements.
- Leave and Rest: Defining paid and unpaid leave, as well as break times.
- Confidentiality and Data Protection: Inserting mechanisms to protect the company's trade secrets and the employee's personal data.
- Internal Regulations Integration: Referencing the company's internal labor regulations as an integral part of the contract.
Common scenarios requiring this service
The most common scenario is starting a new business when a founder needs to hire a "core" team (director, accountant, managers) for the long term. Another scenario is an existing company wishing to organize its documentation and replace old, flawed contracts with new, legally compliant indefinite agreements. A third case involves a branch of a foreign company wanting to adapt its global standards to Georgian labor legislation.
Georgian Legal Framework
Indefinite employment contracts are regulated by Article 6 of the Labor Code of Georgia. The Code states that an employment contract must be in writing if the relationship lasts longer than 1 month. The list of essential terms is provided in Article 14. Important are Article 9 (Probation Period) and Article 27 (Overtime). The law prioritizes indefinite contracts and protects employees from unjustified dismissal.
Step-by-step service process
The lawyer first reviews the company structure and positions. Then, a universal template (Master Contract) or individual contracts for key employees are prepared. Rights and duties are detailed in the document. Special attention is given to the probation period. Finally, the document is reviewed and delivered to the client, with explanations for employees if needed.
Why choose a specialist on Legal.ge?
A well-drafted indefinite contract is a guarantee of stability. On Legal.ge, you will find lawyers who will create a document protecting your business from future disputes and ensuring clear, transparent relationships with employees.
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