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HR Outsourcing Agreement Template for South Africa

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HR Outsourcing Agreement

"I need an HR Outsourcing Agreement for my mid-sized technology company in Cape Town, starting March 2025, that covers full HR function outsourcing including payroll, recruitment, and employee relations, with special attention to data protection under POPIA."

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This HR Outsourcing Agreement is designed for use when a company in South Africa wishes to delegate its human resources functions to a specialized external provider. The document is particularly relevant for organizations seeking to optimize their HR operations, reduce administrative burden, ensure compliance with South African labor laws, or access specialized HR expertise. It covers all aspects of the outsourcing relationship, from service delivery to data protection, and incorporates requirements from key South African legislation. The agreement is structured to protect both parties' interests while ensuring smooth delivery of HR services and compliance with local regulations. It's suitable for businesses of all sizes and can be customized based on the scope of HR functions being outsourced, whether partial or complete HR management.
Suggested Sections

1. Parties: Identification of the service provider and client company

2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of parties' business activities

3. Definitions and Interpretation: Definitions of key terms and interpretation rules

4. Appointment and Scope of Services: Formal appointment of service provider and detailed scope of HR services to be provided

5. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement, renewal terms, and termination provisions

6. Service Provider Obligations: Detailed responsibilities and commitments of the HR service provider

7. Client Obligations: Responsibilities and commitments of the client company

8. Service Levels: Performance standards, KPIs, and service level requirements

9. Fees and Payment: Pricing structure, payment terms, and invoicing procedures

10. Data Protection and Confidentiality: POPIA compliance requirements and confidentiality obligations

11. Intellectual Property: Ownership and usage rights of IP in HR materials and systems

12. Personnel: Requirements for service provider's staff and key personnel

13. Liability and Indemnification: Limitation of liability and indemnification provisions

14. Force Majeure: Provisions for unforeseen circumstances and their handling

15. Dispute Resolution: Procedures for handling disputes between parties

16. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, amendments, etc.

Optional Sections

1. Transition Services: Provisions for transitioning HR services from current provider or internal team - include when there's an existing HR setup

2. Business Continuity: Disaster recovery and business continuity requirements - include for critical HR services

3. Change Control: Procedures for implementing changes to services - include for complex service arrangements

4. Security Requirements: Specific security protocols and requirements - include when handling highly sensitive data

5. International Data Transfers: Provisions for cross-border data transfers - include when operating internationally

6. Subcontracting: Terms for engaging subcontractors - include when subcontracting is anticipated

7. Non-Solicitation: Restrictions on hiring each other's employees - include when protecting against staff poaching

8. Technology Requirements: Specific technology or system requirements - include when specific HR systems are crucial

Suggested Schedules

1. Schedule 1: Scope of Services: Detailed breakdown of all HR services to be provided

2. Schedule 2: Service Levels and KPIs: Detailed service level agreements and performance metrics

3. Schedule 3: Fee Schedule: Detailed pricing structure and payment terms

4. Schedule 4: Data Protection Requirements: Specific POPIA compliance requirements and procedures

5. Schedule 5: Operational Procedures: Day-to-day operational procedures and protocols

6. Schedule 6: Required Reports: List and templates of required HR reports

7. Schedule 7: Key Personnel: Details of key service provider personnel assigned to the client

8. Appendix A: Client Policies: Relevant client policies that service provider must comply with

9. Appendix B: Forms and Templates: Standard forms and templates to be used in service delivery

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

alex.den.21@genieai.co
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Relevant Teams

Human Resources

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Chief Human Resources Officer

HR Director

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