Resourcing

Recruitment, training, employment contracts, post-termination non-compete clauses, varying a contract of employment.

Philippines :: Learners (Trainees)

The Labour Act also provides for the employment of ‘learners’ …

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Philippines :: Apprenticeship

Under the Labour Act, an apprentice is defined as an employee covered by a written apprenticeship agreement with an employer, which includes practical training on the job accompanied by theoretical guidance related to the position …

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Philippines :: Background checks

There is no specific legislation in the Philippines that addresses background checks in relation to employment candidates, nor does it regulate employment references or the conduct of any background checking by employers or by third parties …

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Philippines :: Young workers

The Labour Act prohibits any person below the age of 15 to be employed, with the exception of working directly under the responsibility of their parent(s) or guardian(s) and without such employment interfering with their education …

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Philippines :: Probationary periods

The maximum duration of a probationary period must be six months from the date of commencement of employment, unless there is voluntary agreement between the parties to extend that period for specific purposes …

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