Employee refers to a person who is hired to provide services to a company on a regular basis in exchange for compensation and who does not provide these services as part of an independent business.
The term "employee" is commonly used in:
1. Human resources management
2. Labor laws and regulations
3. Payroll and benefits administration
4. Organizational structure descriptions
Key characteristics of an employee include:
- Receives wages or salary
- Works under employer's direction
- Typically has set working hours