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Mutual Termination of Employment Contract
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- Aligned with the Labour Act - mutual termination agreement with the termination date, payments and a statement of settlement.
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- Croatian template – the DOCX is in Croatian (notaries and courts accept only Croatian); this page explains it in English. Bilingual version or certified translation on request.
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Mutual termination of an employment contract – example is a ready-made template for situations in which the employee and the employer agree to end the employment relationship. A mutual termination agreement is a voluntary act of both parties which settles all the conditions of termination, from the date to the financial obligations, severance pay and the handover of work.
Unlike a unilateral termination, a mutual termination agreement requires neither a statement of reasons nor observance of the statutory notice period – everything is settled by agreement. That is precisely why it is important for the agreement to be drawn up in detail and to cover all the essential elements, so that later misunderstandings are avoided.
Key features
A mutual agreement: a mutual termination of the employment contract is the result of the will of both parties. There is no unilateral pressure – both the employee and the employer freely agree to end the employment relationship and settle the conditions.
No statutory notice period: with a mutual termination there is no statutory obligation to observe a notice period – the parties agree the termination date themselves. It can be immediate, in a week or in several months.
Financial obligations covered: tick boxes for wages, compensation for annual leave, severance pay and other payments, all clearly defined in a single document.
Professional structure: 6 articles covering all the essential elements – the termination date, the handover, payments, the certificate of employment and mutual claims.
Digital availability: the template is available immediately after purchase in Word format (.docx) – a mutual termination agreement example you can adapt straight away.
What does the document include
- Employer and employee details: full details of both contracting parties – company name, OIB (personal identification number), registered office, representative, and the employee’s name, OIB and address.
- Article 1 – Termination date: the exact date on which the employment contract ends by agreement.
- Article 2 – Handover of work: the obligation to hand over work, documentation, work equipment and other property of the employer in an orderly manner.
- Article 3 – Financial obligations: payment of wages up to the termination date, compensation for unused annual leave, severance pay (if agreed) and other payments.
- Article 4 – Certificate of employment: the obligation to issue a certificate of the type and duration of work in line with Article 130 of the Labour Act.
- Article 5 – Claims: a statement that the parties have no mutual claims other than those set out in the agreement.
- Article 6 – Counterparts: two identical counterparts, one for each party.
Who is this template for
- Employees and employers on good terms: when both parties want an orderly and professional end to the employment relationship without a formal termination procedure.
- Situations with agreed severance pay: a mutual termination agreement clearly governs the financial conditions of termination, including any severance pay.
- Employers who want to avoid a termination procedure: a mutual termination is simpler, faster and less formal than a unilateral termination with a notice period.
- Employees who want to leave sooner: if you do not want to wait out the notice period, a mutual termination agreement allows you to agree an earlier termination date.
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The template is delivered in Word (DOCX) format. You can easily edit the document, enter your own details and adapt it to your specific needs before printing or notarisation. The template is aligned with Croatian legislation and is updated regularly.
This template does not replace legal advice. For final legal validity we recommend that the completed document is reviewed by a lawyer or a notary public before signing.
LEGAL NOTICES*
This digital product, a contract template, is provided solely for informative and educational purposes and is neither a legal document nor a substitute for professional legal advice. Although the template has been prepared in line with generally accepted standards, every legal transaction is unique and requires individual adaptation to the specific circumstances. Katastor.hr accepts no liability for any consequences, damage or disputes that may arise from the use of this template. You use this product at your own risk. It is always advisable to consult a lawyer before signing any legal document.
Frequently asked questions about mutual termination of an employment contract
Am I entitled to unemployment benefit after a mutual termination?
As a rule no. The HZZ (Croatian Employment Service) grants unemployment benefit only to people who are unemployed through no fault of their own. A mutual termination is regarded as a voluntary end to the employment relationship, so in most cases you are not entitled to benefit. There are exceptions if you can prove that you signed the agreement under duress or because the employer was in breach of the contract. If unemployment benefit matters to you, consider a regular termination instead of a mutual one.
Is there a notice period with a mutual termination?
No, with a mutual termination a notice period is not a statutory obligation. The employee and the employer agree the termination date themselves – it can be immediate, in a week or in several months. That is one of the advantages of a mutual termination agreement: flexibility in setting the termination date, without being bound by the statutory periods.
Can my employer force me into a mutual termination of the employment contract?
No, a mutual termination is strictly a voluntary act. If you feel pressured to sign, you have the right to refuse. Never sign a mutual termination agreement under pressure – that can be a ground for having the agreement annulled by a court. If your employer threatens you with dismissal unless you sign the agreement, document it and seek advice from a trade union or a lawyer.
Am I entitled to severance pay with a mutual termination?
The law does not require severance pay with a mutual termination – it is a matter of agreement between the employee and the employer. A mutual termination is precisely the opportunity to negotiate the conditions, including severance pay, compensation for unused annual leave and other benefits. It is advisable to set out all financial obligations clearly in the agreement.
What is the difference between a mutual termination agreement and a mutual dismissal?
In practice both terms are used for the same thing – an agreed end to the employment relationship between the employee and the employer. Legally, the more correct term is a mutual termination agreement, because it is a mutual arrangement and not a unilateral dismissal. Whatever it is called, the essential point is that the agreement is in writing and clearly defines all the conditions of termination.
How do you write a request for a mutual termination of an employment contract?
A request for a mutual termination is a proposal you send to the employer (or the other way round). It should contain your details, a statement that you are proposing a mutual termination, the desired termination date and any conditions (severance pay, annual leave). The employer may accept, refuse or propose different conditions. The agreement becomes legally valid only once both parties agree and sign it.
What are my benefit rights after a mutual termination if I worked for more than 2 years?
Length of service does not affect entitlement to unemployment benefit after a mutual termination – the HZZ as a rule does not grant benefit, because a mutual termination is regarded as a voluntary end to employment. However, length of service does affect the amount and duration of the benefit if you do become entitled to it (for example, where the agreement is annulled because of duress). Length of service can also be an argument for negotiating higher severance pay in the agreement itself.
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