CONSULTANCY SERVICES AGREEMENT
This Consultancy Services Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into and becomes effective on the date of the last signature by the parties (“Effective Date”).
1. Definitions
For the purposes of this Agreement, the following terms shall have the meanings assigned to them below:- Agreement – This Consultancy Services Agreement together with any schedules, appendices, amendments, or related documents executed by the Parties.
- Consultant – Prestige Recruitment Royale, an authorized online brand operating in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
- Client – An individual, family, company, organization, or legal entity engaging the Consultant to provide recruitment and referral consultancy services.
- Candidate – Any individual sourced, screened, referred, recommended, trained, or introduced by the Consultant to the Client for potential employment, engagement, or contractual services.
- Effective Date – The date on which this Agreement is signed by both Parties.
- Services – Recruitment consultancy, candidate sourcing, screening, referral, coordination, advisory, and related administrative services provided by the Consultant.
- Successful Placement – The hiring, engagement, appointment, contracting, employment, or retention of a Candidate introduced by the Consultant, whether directly or indirectly.
- Consultancy Fee – The fee payable by the Client to the Consultant upon a Successful Placement in accordance with this Agreement.
2. Scope of Services
The Consultant shall provide recruitment consultancy and referral services to the Client. The Parties acknowledge that the Consultant is not a manpower supplier, labor provider, employer, or employment agency acting on behalf of the Client. The Consultant’s role is limited to identifying, screening, evaluating, and introducing potential Candidates for the Client’s consideration. Any employment, contractual, or working relationship established with a Candidate shall exist exclusively between the Client and the Candidate.3. Registration and Management Fee
3.1 Registration Fee
To activate the Services under this Agreement, the Client shall pay a Registration and Management Fee of AED 2,000, exclusive of applicable VAT. This fee is non-refundable and covers:- Administrative onboarding
- Consultations
- Candidate sourcing
- Screening
- Shortlisting
- Interview coordination
- Follow-up services
- Recruitment management support
3.2 Required Documentation
The Client shall provide valid, accurate, and up-to-date identification and supporting documentation reasonably requested by the Consultant for verification, compliance, and administrative purposes. Documentation may include:- Government-issued identification
- Company trade license or registration details (where applicable)
- Authorization letters
- Visa or residency documentation
- Other records necessary to comply with applicable laws and operational requirements
4. Consultancy Fee
The Consultancy Fee becomes fully earned and payable upon a Successful Placement. A Successful Placement means the hiring, engagement, contracting, employment, or retention of a Candidate introduced by the Consultant, whether directly or indirectly. The Consultancy Fee is a one-time, non-refundable fee.4.1 Employer-Sponsored Visa
Where the Client sponsors or arranges the Candidate’s employment visa, residency visa, work permit, or other employer-sponsored authorization, the Consultancy Fee shall equal:- 15% of the Candidate’s gross annual salary
4.2 Self-Sponsored or Independent Visa
Where the Candidate holds an independent visa or legal right to work (including freelance, investor, family-sponsored, or Golden Visa status), the Consultancy Fee shall equal:- 20% of the total employment or service contract value
4.3 Fee Protection
The Consultancy Fee remains payable if the Candidate is hired directly or indirectly by:- The Client
- An affiliated entity
- A related company
- A family member
- A representative
- An associate
- Any connected third party
4.4 Fixed Fee for Lower Salary Placements
Where the Candidate’s gross monthly salary is AED 5,000 or less, the Consultancy Fee shall be:- AED 10,000 per Successful Placement
4.5 Cost Responsibility
The Client shall bear all recruitment and employment-related costs, including but not limited to:- Recruitment expenses
- Onboarding costs
- Travel expenses
- Visa processing
- Residency permits
- Work permits
- Medical testing
- Insurance
- Repatriation
- Government fees
- Immigration charges
- Administrative costs
4.6 Disclosure and Verification
The Client shall immediately notify the Consultant of any Successful Placement involving a referred Candidate and shall not withhold or misrepresent hiring information. The Consultant may request supporting documentation to verify the placement and calculate the applicable Consultancy Fee.4.7 Continuing Obligation
The Consultancy Fee remains payable where hiring occurs through delayed engagement, indirect arrangements, affiliated entities, or third parties intended to avoid payment.5. Invoicing and Payment Terms
- The Consultant shall issue an invoice upon a Successful Placement.
- Payment is due within seven (7) business days from the invoice date.
- VAT shall be added where applicable under UAE law.
- Bank charges, transfer fees, processing fees, and foreign exchange costs shall be borne solely by the Client.
6. Late Payment
Amounts unpaid after seven (7) business days shall incur:- AED 250 per week (or part thereof) until paid in full.
- Suspend Services
- Withhold Candidate information
- Refuse further introductions
- Pursue legal recovery
7. Non-Circumvention
The Client acknowledges that all Candidate introductions are proprietary to the Consultant. The Client shall not directly or indirectly circumvent the Consultant by hiring or facilitating the hiring of introduced Candidates without paying the applicable fees. This restriction remains effective for 24 months from the Candidate’s introduction. Any breach shall result in liability for:- The full Consultancy Fee
- A contractual non-circumvention penalty of AED 30,000
- All legal, administrative, collection, and recovery costs
8. Confidentiality
All Candidate profiles, resumes, contact details, assessments, references, and related information shall be treated as confidential. The Client shall not disclose or distribute such information without the Consultant’s prior written consent. These obligations survive termination of the Agreement.9. Client Responsibilities
The Client shall:- Provide accurate information regarding positions and employment conditions
- Comply with applicable labor, immigration, tax, employment, and regulatory requirements
- Maintain lawful and professional working conditions
- Provide agreed compensation and benefits
10. Immigration and Regulatory Compliance
The Client is solely responsible for obtaining and funding all:- Visas
- Work permits
- Residency permits
- Sponsorships
- Medical insurance
- Travel arrangements
- Government approvals
11. Warranty and Replacement Guarantee
The Consultant provides a 60-day replacement guarantee. All Registration and Management Fees and Consultancy Fees remain strictly non-refundable. Replacement Candidates may be requested if:- The Candidate resigns
- The Candidate becomes medically unavailable
- The Candidate fails to commence employment
- The Client has reasonable dissatisfaction regarding suitability
12. Limitation of Liability
The Consultant makes no guarantee regarding a Candidate’s future performance, conduct, reliability, suitability, or duration of employment. Maximum liability shall not exceed the total fees actually paid by the Client. The Consultant shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, or special damages.13. Indemnification
The Client shall indemnify and hold harmless the Consultant and its representatives from claims arising from:- Employment or engagement of a Candidate
- Disputes between the Client and a Candidate
- Regulatory violations committed by the Client
- Acts or omissions occurring after employment commences
14. Termination
The Consultant may immediately terminate this Agreement in the event of:- Non-payment
- Breach of the Agreement
- Abusive conduct
- Unlawful activity
- Conduct likely to damage the Consultant’s reputation or business interests
