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Our Work Finding Agreement Template formalises the arrangement between agencies and job seekers, outlining terms, expectations, and responsibilities for successful placements.
This Work Finder Agreement is between:
[Company name] incorporated and registered in England and Wales with company number [number] whose registered office is at [Full company address] (the “Company”)
and
[Full candidate name] of [candidate address] (the “Candidate” or “you”).
The Company has been asked by you to seek work on your behalf.
The nature of work being sought is: [job title(s) | type of work required]
All work-seeking services provided by the Company to you will be provided in-line with this Agreement. By signing this Agreement, you agree to the Terms set out below. You should ensure you read and understand the Agreement before signing.
TERMS OF AGREEMENT
The Company is to provide you with recruitment services; that is to say, the Company will act as an Agency as defined under the Employment Agencies Act 1973 and/or as an Employment Business as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
You authorise the Company to seek work on your behalf.
In the event you no longer want the Company to provide you with work-finding services, you must provide 7 days’ notice in writing confirming this. The Company can terminate this Agreement with immediate effect.
This Agreement is not a guarantee that work will be found for you. No liability is accepted if work cannot be identified, nor is it guaranteed that any
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The Work Finding Agreement outlines the terms and conditions agreed upon between a recruitment agency and a job seeker regarding the services provided in finding suitable employment. It specifies the roles, responsibilities, and expectations of both parties throughout the job search process.
This agreement serves as a formal contract, ensuring transparency and clarity in the recruitment process. It establishes a framework for collaboration, enabling the recruitment agency to effectively match job seekers with suitable job opportunities while providing job seekers with guidance and support in securing employment.
Once both parties agree to move forward, the agency would provide the candidate with the Agreement to formalise the terms of their working relationship. This document ensures clarity regarding the services the agency will provide, the obligations of both parties, and the terms of engagement.
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Follow these best practice actions to get the most from the Work Finding Agreement template, guiding you before, during, and after implementation:
| Step | Description | Responsibility | Timing |
| 1 | Candidate contacts the agency to enquire about vacancies | Candidate | - |
| 2 | Customise the template for specific engagement | Agency | 1-2 days before use |
| 3 | Obtain signatures and approvals | Agency | Upon agreement |
| 4 | Distribute Signed Agreement to Relevant Parties | Agency/Candidate | Immediately after approval |
| 5 | Agency identifies suitable work, and completes due diligence (references, ID, address etc.) | Agency | Up to 1-2 days before commencing work |
This Work Finding Agreement template incorporates relevant UK laws and HR standards, including those listed below:
Employment Agencies Act 1973: Regulates the conduct of employment agencies and businesses that provide services for finding work.
Employment Rights Act 1996: Sets out the legal framework for employment contracts and terms, including those related to finding work through agencies.
Equality Act 2010: Ensures that the terms and conditions of work finding agreements do not discriminate against individuals based on protected characteristics.
Data Protection Act 2018 (incorporating GDPR): Mandates the handling of personal data within work finding agreements in compliance with data protection principles.
National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Requires compliance with minimum wage laws and may be relevant to work finding agreements where pay rates are discussed.
Yes. The Work Finding Agreement template is designed to be flexible and suitable for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses and charities. It follows UK employment law best practice, so even if you don't have an in-house HR team, you can confidently apply it.
Absolutely. As with the Work Finding Agreement template, all of our templates are drafted with the latest ACAS guidance and UK employment legislation in mind. We review and update them regularly, so you can be confident they remain compliant.
Yes, we highlight the areas of the Work Finding Agreement template that you need to update with your own details, and where you need to make decisions to suit your situation. This saves you time and ensures that you meet best practice.
Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download the Work Finding Agreement template instantly. Templates are provided in editable Word or Excel format so you can customise them easily, and in PDF format for easy sharing.
If you're looking for broader support, we also offer toolkits and library bundles that include the Work Finding Agreement template, along with other HR templates and policies for fully managing your situation. These may be more cost-effective if you need deeper advice.
The risk of using a free AI-generated template 'without review' includes your legal exposure, missing context, and no awareness of the wider process, whereas purchasing the Work Finding Agreement template from us mitigates that risk.
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