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The Recruitment Agency Contract With Employer is designed for use in New Zealand business environments where organizations seek to engage professional recruitment services for their hiring needs. This document is essential when establishing a formal relationship between recruitment agencies and employers, typically used when an organization requires ongoing recruitment support or plans to make multiple hires. The agreement ensures compliance with New Zealand legislation, including the Employment Relations Act 2000, Privacy Act 2020, and Human Rights Act 1993, while protecting both parties' interests. It covers crucial elements such as service scope, fee structures, candidate guarantees, confidentiality obligations, and data protection requirements, providing a robust framework for the recruitment relationship.

1. Parties: Identifies the recruitment agency and the employer, including their legal names, company numbers, and registered addresses

2. Background: Sets out the context of the agreement, including the agency's business and the employer's recruitment needs

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement for clarity and legal certainty

4. Scope of Services: Details the recruitment services to be provided by the agency, including type of roles, geographical coverage, and exclusivity terms if any

5. Agency Obligations: Specifies the agency's responsibilities including candidate screening, presentation of candidates, and compliance with relevant laws

6. Employer Obligations: Outlines the employer's duties including providing accurate job specifications, timely feedback, and cooperation

7. Fees and Payment Terms: Details the fee structure, payment timeline, and any additional charges

8. Confidentiality: Addresses the handling of confidential information shared between parties

9. Data Protection and Privacy: Specifies obligations regarding personal data handling in compliance with Privacy Act 2020

10. Warranties and Representations: States the guarantees and promises made by both parties

11. Liability and Indemnification: Sets out liability limitations and indemnification obligations

12. Term and Termination: Specifies contract duration, renewal terms, and termination conditions

13. General Provisions: Includes standard legal clauses such as governing law, dispute resolution, and entire agreement