Employer
Employer
Employer (/ɪmˈplɔɪ.ər/) is a person, business, or organization that hires and pays people for work. The term originates from the Old French word empleier, which means to involve or engage.
Definition
An employer is an entity that contracts the services of individuals, known as employees, in exchange for remuneration. This relationship is formalized through an employment contract, which outlines the rights and responsibilities of both parties.
Types of Employers
There are several types of employers, including:
- Private sector employers: These are businesses or organizations that are not controlled by the government. They can range from small businesses to multinational corporations.
- Public sector employers: These are government departments or agencies. They can include local, state, or federal government entities.
- Non-profit employers: These are organizations that use their profits to further a social or environmental cause, rather than distributing them to shareholders.
Responsibilities of an Employer
Employers have a number of legal and ethical responsibilities towards their employees. These can include:
- Providing a safe and healthy work environment.
- Paying employees fairly and on time.
- Respecting employees' rights and dignity.
- Complying with employment laws and regulations.
Related Terms
- Employee: An individual who works part-time or full-time under a contract of employment, whether oral or written, express or implied, and has recognized rights and duties.
- Employment contract: A kind of contract used in labour law to attribute rights and responsibilities between parties to a bargain.
- Work environment: The location where a task is completed. When pertaining to a place of employment, the work environment involves the physical geographical location as well as the immediate surroundings of the workplace.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Employer
- Wikipedia's article - Employer
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