HR Glossary
What is Non-Compete Clause?
A contractual restriction that attempts to prevent an employee from joining a competitor after leaving the employer, which is largely unenforceable in India under Section 27 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872, though restrictions during employment are valid.
Why it matters in hiring
Non-Compete Clause comes up whenever teams compare candidates, set policy or report on people data. Getting the definition right keeps decisions consistent, which is the same reason springhire scores every applicant against the same criteria rather than on impression.
Related terms starting with N
- Niche Job Board
- Nine-Box Grid (9-Box)
- Nitaqat / Saudization (Saudi Arabia)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) (India / UAE)
- Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
- Non-Exempt Employee
- Notice Period
- Notice Period - 1 to 3 Months (UAE)
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