Law changes about employment agreements

Changes to the Employment Relations Act 2000 came into force on 30 March 2025. They introduced rules about having easy access to employment agreements.

Since 30 March 2025, employers must keep and have easy access to a copy of employee's" employment agreements.

If an employee asks for a copy of their agreement, the employer must produce or provide it within 7 working days.

All other rights and obligations relating to employment agreements remain unchanged.

For more information:

Creating an employment agreement

Offering and negotiating as an employer