(in)definite term contract

The Spanish phrase 'contrato de duración (in)determinada' translates to 'contract of (un)determined duration' in English. It is generally used in labor law context to describe a type of employment contract. The duration of such a contract can be fixed (determinada) or not fixed (indeterminada). A fixed term contract (contrato de duración determinada) has a specific end date, while a contract of indefinite duration (contrato de duración indeterminada) does not and continues until either the employer or the employee choose to end it.

Example sentences using: contrato de duración (in)determinada

He firmado un contrato de duración determinada con la empresa.

I have signed a fixed-term contract with the company.

This phrase indicates that the speaker has entered into a contractual agreement with a company for a specific period of time.

El contrato de duración indefinida le ofrece más estabilidad laboral.

The indefinite duration contract offers more job stability.

This sentence explains that a contract without a specified end date provides the employee with greater job security.

Estamos negociando un contrato de duración determinada para el nuevo proyecto.

We are negotiating a fixed-term contract for the new project.

This example discusses ongoing negotiations for a contract that will last for a specific duration related to a new project.