Freelance Contract Template UK WORD

FREELANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT

Document ID: TR-[____] Effective Date: [/__/2026]

Instructions for Use

• Completion: The Client is responsible for populating the bracketed fields. Ensure the "Scope of Services" is drafted with sufficient specificity to prevent scope creep.
• Filing & Retention: Both parties must retain a fully executed digital or physical copy for a minimum of 7 years in accordance with UK limitation periods under the Limitation Act 1980.
• Mandatory Attachments: Ensure the finalized "Project Schedule" and "Data Processing Agreement" (if handling PII) are appended as Schedule A and B.

1. PARTIES

This Agreement is entered into by and between: The Client: [] (Registered Address: []) The Freelancer: [] (Registered Address: [])

2. SERVICES & PERFORMANCE

The Freelancer agrees to provide the following services (the "Services"):

• Primary Deliverables: [____________________]
• Project Timeline/Milestones: [____________________]
• Standard of Care: The Freelancer shall exercise reasonable skill and care in providing the Services.

3. FEES & PAYMENT TERMS

• Total Fixed Fee/Hourly Rate: [__________]
• Payment Schedule: [____________________]
• Invoicing: Invoices shall be submitted [] and payable within [] days.
• VAT Status: [ ] Registered [ ] Exempt

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP)

• Ownership transfers to Client upon full payment.
• Freelancer retains underlying methodology/tools; grants Client a perpetual license.

5. STATUS OF PARTIES

The Freelancer is engaged as an independent contractor, not an employee. Nothing in this Agreement shall create an employment relationship, partnership, or joint venture. The Freelancer is solely responsible for all tax and National Insurance contributions.

6. CONFIDENTIALITY

The Freelancer shall keep all non-public information disclosed by the Client strictly confidential and shall not use such information for any purpose other than the performance of the Services.

7. TERMINATION

• Termination for Convenience: [__________] days written notice.
• Termination for Cause: Immediate, upon material breach by either party.

8. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. The courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

9. EXECUTION

For the Client: Signature: __________________________ Printed Name: [] Title: [] Date: [//2026]

For the Freelancer: Signature: __________________________ Printed Name: [] Title: [] Date: [//2026]

Disclaimer: This document is provided as a standardized framework. Consult qualified legal counsel for jurisdiction-specific statutory compliance.