In Hong Kong, Remote People uses a standard open-ended employment agreement, which reflects local employment practices and legal expectations under the Employment Ordinance (Cap. 57).
Why Open-Ended Employment Is Standard
All employment agreements in Hong Kong are considered continuous by default unless clearly stated otherwise.
Remote People's standard agreement follows this norm by using a permanent (unlimited) employment contract, which ensures compliance and avoids misclassification issues.
Fixed-Term Contracts Are Not Common or Recommended
Fixed-term employment agreements are not standard in Hong Kong and are generally discouraged.
Even if a fixed term is stated, the law may still treat the contract as continuous, especially if it is renewed or extended.
There are no significant legal advantages to using fixed-term contracts, and they may create unnecessary complications for both employers and employees.