Why is my bonus/commission not listed in the employment agreement?

Remote is your employer and generally uses a standard bonus or commission clause in your employment agreement rather than including the full plan. The customer, the company you provide services to through Remote, provides the applicable plan and its detailed terms separately in writing.

Bonus and commission plans can include performance targets, calculation methods, and other conditions specific to the customer. These plans can be lengthy. Keeping the details in a separate plan helps keep your employment agreement clear and concise. Any changes must follow the plan’s terms and applicable local law.

A separate plan does not change Remote’s role as your employer. Whether a plan change requires an amendment to your employment agreement depends on the applicable terms and local requirements.

The standard clause provides general wording about a bonus or commission arrangement and explains that the detailed terms will be shared separately. For example, a commission clause may confirm eligibility to participate in a commission plan, while a bonus clause may describe a discretionary bonus.

The clause does not replace the detailed plan. Refer to the wording in your own employment agreement and the applicable plan to understand your arrangement.

Your employment agreement sets out your employment terms with Remote, including any bonus or commission arrangements that apply to you, whether discretionary or contractual. The separate plan provides details of the bonus or commission arrangement, such as:

• Who is eligible to participate.
• Which targets or performance criteria apply.
• How the bonus or commission is calculated.
• The period covered and payment timing.
• Any other applicable terms and conditions.

Read your employment agreement and the applicable plan together to understand your arrangement. The customer provides the plan details, while Remote remains your employer.

Contact the customer to request a written copy of your applicable bonus or commission plan. Ask them to clarify any missing or unclear details, including targets, calculations, payment timing, or other conditions.

If the plan differs from what you expected or discussed with the customer, ask them to clarify the terms in writing.

If you cannot get a copy of your plan or need help understanding how it relates to your employment agreement, contact Remote.