Terms & Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the services of Iime Recruitment, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

2. Our Services

Iime Recruitment provides professional recruitment and staffing services including:

• Permanent recruitment services
• Contract and temporary staffing solutions
• Executive search services
• Industry-specific recruitment
• Recruitment process outsourcing (RPO)
• Additional support services as described on our website

3. Client Obligations

As a client using our services, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete job specifications
• Conduct interviews and provide feedback in a timely manner
• Pay agreed fees according to our payment terms
• Comply with all applicable employment laws and regulations
• Not discriminate against candidates based on protected characteristics
• Inform us immediately if you hire a candidate through other means

4. Candidate Obligations

As a candidate using our services, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and truthful information about your background
• Inform us of any changes to your employment status
• Attend scheduled interviews and meetings
• Give reasonable notice if withdrawing from the recruitment process
• Not misrepresent your qualifications or experience

5. Fees and Payment

Our fee structure varies depending on the service provided:

• Permanent placement fees are typically a percentage of the candidate's annual salary
• Contract and temporary staffing fees are charged based on hourly/daily rates
• Executive search fees may include retained search components
• All fees are subject to VAT where applicable
• Payment terms are typically 30 days from invoice date

6. Replacement Guarantee

For permanent placements, we offer a replacement guarantee period:

• If a candidate leaves within the first 8 weeks, we provide a free replacement
• If a candidate leaves between 8-16 weeks, we provide a replacement at 50% fee
• The guarantee is subject to the client fulfilling their obligations
• The replacement must be of equivalent quality and suitability

7. Confidentiality

We maintain strict confidentiality regarding:

• Client business information and requirements
• Candidate personal and professional information
• Salary and compensation details
• Any commercially sensitive information shared with us

8. Limitation of Liability

Our liability is limited as follows:

• We are not liable for any indirect, consequential, or special damages
• Our total liability shall not exceed the fees paid for the specific service
• We are not responsible for candidate performance after placement
• We provide services with reasonable care and skill but cannot guarantee outcomes

9. Intellectual Property

All content on our website and materials are protected by intellectual property rights. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission.

10. Data Protection

We process personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws. By using our services, you consent to such processing as described in our Privacy Policy.

11. Termination

Either party may terminate our services agreement with reasonable notice. Termination does not affect obligations that have already arisen or fees due for services already provided.

12. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by English law and subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of English courts.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Last updated: January 2025