Stratton & Summers Consulting
HR consulting agreement Victoria

Terms of Service

Good relationships start with clear boundaries. Our Terms of Service explain exactly what to expect when we work together, so there’s no guessing and no awkward surprises.

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Plain-English version available Scope agreed before every engagement Professional indemnity insurance held
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Why these terms exist

Clear scope, fair fees, and a calmer working rhythm.

These terms apply to all HR consulting engagements with Stratton & Summers Consulting. They cover scope of work, fees, confidentiality, intellectual property, and mutual indemnities, governed by Victorian law. Why spell it out now? Because a good brief saves a lot of back-and-forth later.

Before we begin, we’ll confirm the deliverables in writing. That might be talent acquisition support for a growing startup, policy implementation for a dental clinic, or performance management advice for a retail team. Different businesses, same principle: clear boundaries.

Engagement and scope

We define the assignment, timeline, and assumptions before the work starts. Need a revised scope? We’ll agree it first.

Fees and payment

Invoices are issued according to the agreed schedule, with payment due on the date stated on each invoice. Clear enough, right?

Confidentiality

We treat your business information carefully and only use it to deliver the engagement, unless the law requires otherwise.

Liability and termination

Our liability is limited as set out in the agreement, and either party may end the engagement under the notice terms.

Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia. If a dispute ever arises, we’ll aim to resolve it professionally and promptly, not theatrically.

Full terms of service

Full Terms of Service

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1. Engagement and scope

Every engagement starts with a written scope. We’ll set out what’s included, what’s outside scope, and which stakeholder is responsible for approvals. That keeps the work focused and the outcomes measurable.

2. Fees, invoicing, and payment terms

Fees are confirmed before work begins. Unless we agree otherwise, invoices are payable by the due date shown on the invoice. If a project expands, we’ll tell you before additional time is charged. Simple. Transparent.

3. Confidentiality and non-disclosure

We know HR work can involve sensitive people matters, pay details, and internal policies. We keep your information confidential and only share it where needed to deliver the service, with your consent, or where the law requires disclosure.

4. Intellectual property

Drafts, templates, frameworks, and written materials created during the engagement remain subject to the terms agreed with you. Where you’ve paid for final deliverables, you’ll be able to use them for your business purposes as outlined in the engagement letter.

5. Limitation of liability

We take care with the advice we provide, and we back that with professional indemnity insurance. Even so, our liability is limited to the extent permitted by law and by the agreement we enter into with you.

6. Termination and dispute resolution

Either party may end an engagement in line with the notice terms set out in the agreement. If a concern comes up, we’ll first try to resolve it directly and in good faith. Isn’t that the most practical way forward?

7. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia, and the parties submit to the courts of that jurisdiction where required.

Before the kickoff

We confirm scope and timing.

When invoices go out

Payment dates are always shown clearly.

Confidential data

Handled carefully and discreetly.

Insurance-backed work

Professional indemnity insurance held.

Need help interpreting a clause?

We’re happy to explain the agreement before you sign. A quick call now can save a long email chain later.

Questions about our terms?

Questions About Our Terms?

If you’d like a clause clarified before booking, we’ll answer clearly and quickly. What’s the point of a contract if it can’t be understood?

Email us

[email protected]

Call us

+61 490 847 598

Let’s make the terms easy.

Review the full agreement, then reach out before you sign if anything feels unclear. We’d rather explain now than patch confusion later.

Contact details

7 Turner Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3067, AU

[email protected]

+61 490 847 598