What to check in a new employment contract before you sign | Work It

A long notice period or non-compete clause can make it harder to change jobs when a new opportunity comes along. Is it possible to negotiate these terms after signing your employment contract, or are you bound by the fine print? Nat Fetalvero speaks with CNA TODAY’s senior journalist Loraine Lee on what she's found in her reporting, and head of employment at law firm Withers KhattarWong Amarjit Kaur, on the steps your should take before signing your contract.

Highlights:
00:00 Intro
02:42 Legal ways to shorten your notice period
06:09 How to get an early release from your employer
08:40 Will a long notice and non-compete cost you a job?
13:18 Notice period vs non-compete clause
16:40 Is non-compete enforceable in Singapore?
22:26 “It’s our standard contract” - can you still negotiate?
24:39 Would you reject your dream job over a contract clause?
26:10 How hard should you negotiate?

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