Recruitment Agency Contract Template for Germany

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

2. Background: Context of the agreement, brief description of the parties' businesses, and purpose of the recruitment services

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

4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of recruitment services, including search, screening, and presentation of candidates

5. Agency Obligations: Core responsibilities of the recruitment agency, including compliance with AÜG and professional standards

6. Client Obligations: Client's responsibilities, including providing necessary information and feedback on candidates

7. Fees and Payment Terms: Fee structure, payment schedules, and conditions for fee becoming due

8. Data Protection: GDPR compliance measures and data handling procedures

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

10. Non-Solicitation: Restrictions on hiring agency staff or direct approaches to placed candidates

11. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and termination provisions

12. Liability and Indemnification: Limitation of liability and indemnification obligations

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

1. Schedule 1: Fee Structure: Detailed breakdown of all fees, including placement fees, retainers, and additional service charges

2. Schedule 2: Service Level Agreement: Specific metrics and timeframes for service delivery and candidate presentation

3. Schedule 3: Data Processing Agreement: Detailed GDPR-compliant data processing terms and procedures

4. Schedule 4: Required Candidate Information: Template for candidate information and documentation requirements

5. Schedule 5: Reporting Templates: Standard formats for progress reports and candidate presentations

6. Appendix A: Code of Conduct: Ethical guidelines and professional standards for recruitment activities

7. Appendix B: Compliance Checklist: List of regulatory requirements and compliance measures