Full-Time Employee
/ˌfʊl taɪm ɛmˈplɔɪi/
Definitions
- (n.) An employee engaged to work a standard or contractual number of hours defined by the employer or law, typically entitling them to full benefits and protections.
The company offers health insurance to every full-time employee.
Forms
- full-time employee
- full-time employees
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Commentary
The definition of full-time employee often varies by jurisdiction and employer, influencing eligibility for benefits and protections; thus, specifying the applicable standard hours is advisable in drafting.
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