The Employment Agency Contract serves as a crucial legal framework for recruitment services in Austria, establishing the rights, obligations, and commercial terms between employment agencies and their client companies. This document is essential when engaging professional recruitment services for permanent or temporary staffing needs, ensuring compliance with Austrian employment laws and EU regulations. The contract covers key aspects such as service scope, fee structures, data protection, and placement guarantees, while incorporating specific requirements from Austrian legislation including the Arbeitsmarktförderungsgesetz (AMFG) and relevant EU directives. It's particularly important for businesses seeking to outsource their recruitment processes or establish ongoing relationships with recruitment providers in the Austrian market.

1. Parties: Identification of the employment agency and the client company, including full legal names, registration details, and addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the parties' business activities

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Services', 'Candidates', 'Placement', 'Success Fee', etc.

4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of recruitment services to be provided, including search, screening, and placement services

5. Agency Obligations: The employment agency's responsibilities, including candidate screening, documentation, and compliance with labor laws

6. Client Obligations: Client's responsibilities, including providing accurate job descriptions, timely feedback, and cooperation

7. Fees and Payment Terms: Fee structure, payment schedules, and conditions for success fees or placement fees

8. Data Protection and Privacy: Compliance with GDPR and Austrian data protection laws, including data handling procedures

9. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information exchanged during the recruitment process

10. Warranties and Representations: Guarantees regarding service quality, compliance with laws, and professional standards

11. Liability and Indemnification: Limitations of liability and indemnification obligations of both parties

12. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and conditions for termination

13. General Provisions: Standard legal clauses including governing law, jurisdiction, and entire agreement