HR Audit Contract

HR Audit Contract

Parties and Effective Date

This HR Audit Contract (the "Agreement") is entered into between Client Name: and Consultant Name: . The Effective Date of this Agreement is .

Contact and Administrative Information

Recitals

WHEREAS, Client seeks an independent assessment of its human resources policies, procedures, practices and recordkeeping to determine compliance, risk exposure, and opportunities for improvement; and WHEREAS, Consultant has demonstrated expertise in human resources audits and agrees to perform the services described in this Agreement in accordance with the terms set forth below.

Scope of Services

Consultant will perform an HR audit including but not limited to: policy review, employee file review, payroll and classification sampling, compliance checks for applicable employment laws, benefits administration review, recruiting and onboarding practices, performance management and disciplinary procedures, and recommendations for remediation. Specific audit modules selected:

Deliverables and Timeline

Consultant will deliver the following: an interim status memorandum, a draft audit report, and a final audit report including an executive summary and prioritized recommendations. Target start date: . Estimated completion date: .

Fees, Payment and Expenses

Fees for the services described are as follows: Fixed fee: $ . Hourly rates for additional services: per hour. Payment terms: invoices payable within days of invoice receipt.

Access to Records and Cooperation

Client shall provide Consultant with timely access to relevant personnel, documents, payroll records, benefit plan information, personnel files and facilities as reasonably requested. Client acknowledges that timely cooperation is essential to meet the agreed timeline.

Confidentiality and Data Protection

Consultant shall treat all personnel records and confidential business information received from Client as confidential. Consultant will not disclose such information except as required by law or with Client's prior written consent. Consultant will implement reasonable safeguards to protect personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Personnel, Position Information and Qualifications

Engagement Lead Name: . Title: . Department: . Reporting Manager:

Employment History (Key Personnel)

Provide at least two prior employer entries for the Engagement Lead and other key personnel assigned to the audit.

Education and Professional Qualifications

References (Professional)

Provide three professional references for the engagement team.

Representations, Warranties and Compliance

Each party represents and warrants that it has full authority to enter into this Agreement and will comply with all applicable laws and regulations in performing its obligations. Consultant represents that services will be performed in a professional and workmanlike manner consistent with industry standards.

Limitation of Liability and Indemnification

Except for willful misconduct or gross negligence, Consultant's liability under this Agreement shall be limited to the total fees paid by Client to Consultant under this Agreement. Client agrees to indemnify and hold Consultant harmless from third-party claims arising from Client's failure to provide accurate information or to implement reasonably recommended corrective actions.

Term, Termination and Suspension

This Agreement commences on the Effective Date and continues until completion unless earlier terminated. Either party may terminate for convenience with days' written notice. Termination for cause may occur immediately upon material breach not cured within days following written notice.

Ownership of Work Product

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, final audit reports and deliverables prepared specifically for Client shall be the work product of Consultant and delivered to Client; Client is granted a perpetual, non-exclusive license to use such deliverables for internal purposes. Consultant retains underlying methodologies, templates and intellectual property.

Insurance

Consultant shall maintain professional liability insurance in an amount adequate for the services being performed and provide proof of coverage upon Client's reasonable request.

Legal Disclosures and Policy Statements

At-Will Employment Statement Acknowledgment: Client acknowledges that this Agreement does not create an employment relationship between Consultant's personnel and Client. Equal Opportunity Statement: Both parties affirm a commitment to equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in providing or receiving services.

Authorization to Contact and Background Checks

Client authorizes Consultant to contact references and prior employers for verification of qualifications for personnel assigned to the engagement. Client authorizes Consultant to conduct background checks on assigned personnel where required. By checking the boxes below, the parties acknowledge consent.

Consultant is authorized to contact references and prior employers for verification of assigned personnel.
Client consents to Consultant conducting background checks on assigned personnel as permitted by law.

Consultant Certification and Applicant-style Declarations

I certify that all information provided regarding Consultant, its personnel, and references is true and complete to the best of my knowledge, and that any material misstatement or omission may constitute grounds for termination for cause. I further certify that Consultant will obtain necessary consents prior to any background checks.

Consultant Authorized Representative Name: Title:

Other Provisions

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