What's in the recruitment contract?
The standard recruitment contract covers the brief, fee, guarantee period, replacement terms, and confidentiality provisions.
The standard recruitment contract covers:
- Role brief and search criteria
- Placement fee and payment terms
- Guarantee period and replacement terms
- Exclusivity (for retained searches)
- Confidentiality and data handling
- Off-limits provisions
For retained or executive searches, we agree more detailed terms including milestones and partial fees on engagement, shortlist, and placement.