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Define the role, services, and professional standards expected in a working relationship. This clause sets out key duties, reporting lines, and conduct expectations, with tailored versions for employees and freelancers. It also covers right-to-work verification and compliance with company policies, helping businesses maintain clear responsibilities and a safe, accountable workplace.

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Employee

You are employed as a [INSERT TITLE].
Your work duties are [INSERT or CROSS REFERENCE]. You may be required to undertake other similar duties from time to time as the Business may reasonably require.
You must report to your line manager, [INSERT NAME/JOB TITLE] or to an alternative person we may identify.
We both understand how important it is to uphold high standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethical behaviour. You promise to let the [Business] know if you become aware of any serious misconduct that might impact the [Business], its reputation, its team, or the provision of your Services. The [Business] is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where concerns about serious misconduct can be reported confidently, and rest assured, all reports will be handled carefully.
The Business adopts and updates policies to ensure legal and regulatory compliance and a safe and professional working environment. The Business will provide you with access to those policies, and you promise to comply with them.
You promise that you are entitled to work in the UK without any additional approvals and will notify the Business immediately if you cease to be entitled at any time during your employment. You promise to promptly provide verification of your right to work in the UK.

Explanation: This version should be used for employees where duties are clearly set out and linked to a job description.

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Freelance

Your job title is Freelance [INSERT TITLE].
You agree to provide the following services in a freelance capacity for the Business: [DESCRIBE or CROSS REFERENCE].
You will promptly provide [JOB TITLE] with any information, updates and reports as the Business may reasonably require relating to the provision of the Services.
We both understand how important it is to uphold high standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethical behaviour. You promise to let the [Business] know if you become aware of any serious misconduct that might impact the [Business], its reputation, its team, or the provision of your Services. The [Business] is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where concerns about serious misconduct can be reported confidently, and rest assured, all reports will be handled carefully.
The Business adopts and updates policies to ensure legal and regulatory compliance and a safe and professional working environment. The Business will provide you with access to those policies, and you promise to comply with them.
You confirm you are genuinely self-employed and that you have the right to perform the Services in the UK. You promise to promptly provide verification of your status and your right to work in the UK.

Explanation: Use this version for a freelancer. It outlines the agreed services, reporting duties, and standards of conduct while confirming independent-contractor status. This wording helps prevent disputes about employment status and supports CIISA’s standards on integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

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