Introduction
This business development consultant agreement template is designed for companies engaging consultants to generate new business opportunities, introduce clients and develop sales opportunities.
The agreement sets out the consultant’s responsibilities in relation to lead generation, sales activity, business development services and compliance with company policies and procedures.
It also regulates commission arrangements, invoicing procedures, confidentiality obligations, termination rights and confirms that the consultant operates as an independent contractor rather than an employee.
This precedent is particularly suitable where consultants are engaged to generate sales opportunities, manage client relationships or promote products and services on behalf of a business.
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At A Glance
What This Document Covers
• Appointment of a business development consultant
• Consultant obligations in generating business opportunities
• Sales and lead generation requirements
• Commission and payment structures
Key Clauses Included
• Confidential information protection
• Independent contractor status
• Termination rights
• Dispute resolution and arbitration
Typical Use
• Engaging consultants to generate sales leads
• Business development consulting arrangements
• Commission-based consulting engagements
• External consultants promoting company services
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• Lawyer-drafted business development consultant agreement
• Suitable for sales and lead generation consulting arrangements
• Fully editable Microsoft Word document
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a business development consultant agreement?
A business development consultant agreement is a contract used when a company engages an independent consultant to identify business opportunities, generate leads or introduce potential clients.
How is a business development consultant usually paid?
Payment is often based on commissions, referral fees or performance-based incentives linked to successful sales, contracts or business opportunities generated by the consultant.
Is the consultant an employee of the company?
No. The agreement usually confirms that the consultant operates as an independent contractor responsible for their own tax, insurance and business expenses.
Can the consultant represent the company to clients?
The agreement normally permits the consultant to promote the company’s services or products but restricts the consultant from binding the company to contracts or making unauthorised representations.
The agreement normally permits the consultant to promote the company’s services or products but restricts the consultant from binding the company to contracts or making unauthorised representations.
Business Development Consultant Agreement – Instant Download
• Lawyer-drafted business development consultant agreement precedent
• Suitable for sales and business development consulting arrangements
• Fully editable Microsoft Word document
• Includes commission, confidentiality and termination provisions
• Instant download available immediately after purchase
Used by lawyers, businesses and commercial operators across Australia.
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