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Terms of Business

Links Recruitment –
(Permanent or Fixed-Term Staff)

Effective for all Clients engaging candidates directly or indirectly introduced by Links Recruitment Ltd.

By engaging with any candidate introduced by Links Recruitment Ltd (“the Agency”), whether directly or via a third party, you (“the Client”) agree to be bound by the following terms:

1. Definitions

  • Agency: Links Recruitment Ltd, Company No. 07971680.
  • Candidate: Any individual introduced by the Agency.
  • Client: Any person, company, or affiliate engaging the Candidate.
  • Engagement: Any employment, contract, or use of a Candidate (directly or via third party).
  • Introduction: Sharing of Candidate details, interviews, or CVs that result in Engagement.
  • Remuneration: Total pay and benefits (salary, bonus, car, etc.).
  • Fee: Payable upon Engagement based on Remuneration.
  • Cancellation Fee: £250 if an offer is withdrawn pre-acceptance.
  • 2. Scope & Binding Nature
  • These Terms apply automatically if a Candidate is introduced and/or engaged.
  • They override any other Client terms unless agreed in writing.
  • Applies whether the Client is named or indirectly benefits from the hire.
  • 3. Fees & Payment
  • Introduction Fee: Payable within 7 days of invoice when a Candidate starts.
  • Fee applies if Candidate is hired within 6 months of introduction or offer.
  • Fixed-term contracts are charged pro-rata. Re-engagements trigger new fees.
  • VAT applies. Late payments accrue 8% interest over BoE base rate.
  • Hiring Agency staff directly also incurs full fees.

Fee Table:

Annual Salary (£)Fee %
Up to £39,99915%
£40,000 and above18%
  • 4. Refunds
  • Available only if:
  • The Candidate leaves or declines within 12 weeks,
  • The Client notifies the Agency within 7 days,
  • All obligations are met.

Refund Scale:

Week Candidate LeavesRefund %
1 – 465%
5 – 835%
9 – 1220%
13 +0%
  • 5. Third-Party Referrals
  • If the Client shares Candidate details and a third party hires them within 6 months, the Client remains liable for full fees. No refund applies.
  • 6. Suitability & Checks
  • The Agency conducts initial right-to-work and suitability checks.
  • The Client must carry out references, qualifications, medical checks, and verify legal working status.
  • 7. Information Required
  • The Client must share job details, salary, risks, and role requirements in advance to assist compliance and screening.
  • 8. Confidentiality & Data Protection
  • All Candidate and Agency information is confidential and subject to data protection laws. Must not be shared or used for any unrelated purpose.
  • 9. Liability
  • The Agency accepts no liability for any loss arising from Candidate performance or suitability, except where legally required.
  • 10. Notices
  • All notices must be in writing (email/post) and are deemed received once sent, delivered, or posted.
  • 11. Severability
  • If any term is found to be unenforceable, the rest remain valid.
  • 12. Governing Law
  • These Terms are governed by and subject to the laws of England & Wales.
  • Important Notice:
    By accessing or using any Candidate information or services provided by Links Recruitment Ltd, you agree to these Terms, whether or not you have signed a contract. If you refer or pass on a Candidate and they are hired, you may still be liable for fees.