Employment Contract Generator Malaysia
Create comprehensive employment contracts compliant with Employment Act 1955
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Fully compliant with Employment Act 1955
Includes all legally required clauses
Protects both employer and employee rights
Customizable for different employment types
Covers probation, permanent, and contract staff
Professional legal language
Bilingual support (English/Malay)
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An employment contract in Malaysia must include: job title, commencement date, wages, working hours (max 45/week), rest days (1/week), annual leave (8-16 days), sick leave (14-22 days), 11 public holidays, notice period (4-8 weeks), and EPF/SOCSO/EIS details. Under Section 10 of the Employment Act 1955, written contracts must be provided within 2 months for covered employees.
An employment contract is a legally binding agreement between employer and employee that outlines the terms and conditions of employment. In Malaysia, employers are required to provide written terms of employment within two months of hiring. Our generator creates comprehensive contracts that protect both parties and comply with Malaysian labour laws, including the Employment Act 1955, Industrial Relations Act 1967, and relevant regulations.
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- Generates compliant HR letters instantly — offer letters, warning letters, termination letters compliant with Employment Act 1955
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- Automates statutory payroll calculations — EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB with accurate Malaysian rates
- Works without an HR department — designed for SMEs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a written employment contract mandatory in Malaysia?
Yes, under Section 10 of the Employment Act 1955, employers must provide written terms of service within 2 months of employment. This applies to employees earning RM4,000 or below monthly, or manual labourers regardless of salary. Written contracts are strongly recommended for all employees.
What are the minimum terms required in a Malaysian employment contract?
Minimum terms include: job title, commencement date, wages and payment method, working hours (max 45/week), rest days (1/week), public holidays (11 days), annual leave (8-16 days), sick leave (14-22 days), termination notice period, and EPF/SOCSO/EIS details.
Can employment contracts be in Bahasa Malaysia only?
Employment contracts can be in English or Bahasa Malaysia, or both. However, if there is a dispute, Malaysian courts and the Industrial Court will require a Bahasa Malaysia translation. Bilingual contracts are recommended for clarity.
What is the difference between permanent and fixed-term contracts?
Permanent contracts have no end date and continue until terminated by either party. Fixed-term contracts specify an end date or project completion. Under Malaysian law, repeated renewals of fixed-term contracts may result in the employee being deemed permanent.
What is the minimum notice period for termination in Malaysia?
Under Employment Act 1955: Less than 2 years service = 4 weeks notice, 2-5 years = 6 weeks, More than 5 years = 8 weeks. Contracts can specify longer periods but not shorter than statutory minimums.
Can employers include non-compete clauses in Malaysian contracts?
Non-compete clauses are generally unenforceable in Malaysia under Section 28 of the Contracts Act 1950, which voids agreements restraining trade. However, non-solicitation and confidentiality clauses are enforceable if reasonable.
What happens if an employment contract violates the Employment Act?
Any term in an employment contract that is less favourable than the Employment Act 1955 is void and replaced by the statutory minimum. Employees can file complaints with the Labour Department for enforcement.
Is probation period mandatory in Malaysian employment contracts?
Probation is not mandatory under Malaysian law but is common practice (typically 3-6 months). During probation, employees have the same statutory rights. Termination during probation still requires valid reasons to avoid unfair dismissal claims.
Can employment contracts be verbal in Malaysia?
Verbal contracts are legally valid but difficult to enforce. The Employment Act 1955 requires written terms for covered employees. Without written contracts, statutory minimums apply, and disputes become harder to resolve.
What statutory contributions must be included in employment contracts?
Contracts should reference EPF (11% employee, 12-13% employer), SOCSO (table-based), EIS (0.2% each), and HRDF (1% for employers with 10+ employees). These are mandatory regardless of contract terms.