Terms of Service

1. Introduction

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Daniel Ernest website and recruitment services. By accessing our website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

"Daniel Ernest", "we", "us", and "our" refer to our recruitment agency. "You" refers to candidates, clients, or visitors using our services or website.

2. Our Services

Daniel Ernest provides professional recruitment services including:

• Executive search and talent acquisition
• Permanent and contract recruitment
• Candidate sourcing and screening
• HR consulting and workforce solutions
• DEOrbit and ERP recruitment specialisations

3. Candidate Terms

3.1 Registration and Information

By registering with us or submitting your CV, you confirm that all information provided is accurate, complete, and up to date. You agree to notify us promptly of any changes to your details or availability.

3.2 Representation

We will only submit your details to prospective employers with your knowledge. You agree not to apply directly to positions we have presented to you for a period of 6 months following our introduction.

3.3 No Employment Guarantee

Registration with Daniel Ernest does not guarantee employment. All hiring decisions are made by our clients.

3.4 Reference Checks

By providing referee details, you authorise us to contact them for employment references. You confirm you have obtained their consent to share their contact information.

4. Client Terms

4.1 Engagement

Client engagements are subject to our standard terms of business or individual agreements. Fees, payment terms, and guarantee periods will be specified in your service agreement.

4.2 Candidate Introduction

Candidates introduced by Daniel Ernest remain our introduction for 12 months from the date of introduction. If you engage a candidate we introduced (directly or indirectly) within this period, our fees apply.

4.3 Confidentiality

Candidate information shared with you is confidential and should only be used for recruitment purposes. You agree not to share candidate details with third parties without our written consent.

4.4 Payment

Payment terms are as specified in your agreement. Late payments may incur interest at 4% above the Bank of England base rate. We reserve the right to suspend services for overdue accounts.

5. Website Use

5.1 Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Use the website for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems
• Transmit viruses or malicious code
• Scrape or harvest data from our website
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Use automated systems to access the website without permission

5.2 Chatbot Services

Our website may include AI-powered chatbots to assist with enquiries. Information provided through chatbots is for general guidance only and does not constitute professional advice. Chatbot conversations may be recorded for quality and training purposes.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Daniel Ernest or our licensors. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• We provide our website and services "as is" without warranties of any kind
• We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the fees paid to us in the preceding 12 months
• We are not responsible for the actions, conduct, or performance of any candidate or client

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded by law.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Daniel Ernest, its officers, directors, and employees from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your breach of these Terms or your use of our services.

9. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties. Upon termination, your right to use our services will cease immediately.

10. Dispute Resolution

We encourage you to contact us first to resolve any disputes informally. If a dispute cannot be resolved amicably, it shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to our website. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us: