Engage contractors with confidence, knowing your contractor agreement is legally sound.
Engaging contractors without a proper written agreement is a common (and costly) gap for Australian businesses. Get the relationship wrong and you can face sham contracting penalties, disputes over who owns the work, unexpected superannuation and tax liabilities, and unhappy contractors. This template takes the guesswork out of it, giving you a ready-to-use independent contractor agreement you can tailor to your business, with guidance notes throughout so you actually know what you’re signing.
Inside, you’ll get:
A template independent contractor agreement (drafted to include every clause you might need) with extensive guidance notes so it can be tailored to your business
Clear guidance on the key considerations for engaging contractors in Australia, including how to avoid sham contracting, insurance requirements, and how to handle payment terms
Practical drafting for the clauses that matter most, such as scope of work, fees and invoicing, intellectual property ownership, confidentiality, termination, and liability
A plain-English explanation of what each clause means and why it’s there, so you understand exactly what you’re asking your contractors to sign (and what you’re signing yourself)
While I completely understand that many business owners prefer to engage a lawyer to prepare their contractor agreements (this would generally be my suggestion as well!) I’ve prepared this agreement for the business owners who are looking to save the legal fees while still having peace of mind that your agreement will actually protect you. It’s been built to give you the same outcome a lawyer (like me!) would deliver, at a fraction of the cost (just note that you will need to tailor this document to align with your business and situation).
Perfect for: Small business owners, start-ups, agencies, and service-based businesses engaging freelancers, consultants or independent contractors, who want a legally sound agreement without the professional price tag, and who don’t mind spending a little extra time to tailor the template to your needs.
Disclaimer: this template is general in nature and is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute personal or legal advice or advice in respect of what terms are most suitable for your business. Information current as of October 2026.
Engage contractors with confidence, knowing your contractor agreement is legally sound.
Engaging contractors without a proper written agreement is a common (and costly) gap for Australian businesses. Get the relationship wrong and you can face sham contracting penalties, disputes over who owns the work, unexpected superannuation and tax liabilities, and unhappy contractors. This template takes the guesswork out of it, giving you a ready-to-use independent contractor agreement you can tailor to your business, with guidance notes throughout so you actually know what you’re signing.
Inside, you’ll get:
A template independent contractor agreement (drafted to include every clause you might need) with extensive guidance notes so it can be tailored to your business
Clear guidance on the key considerations for engaging contractors in Australia, including how to avoid sham contracting, insurance requirements, and how to handle payment terms
Practical drafting for the clauses that matter most, such as scope of work, fees and invoicing, intellectual property ownership, confidentiality, termination, and liability
A plain-English explanation of what each clause means and why it’s there, so you understand exactly what you’re asking your contractors to sign (and what you’re signing yourself)
While I completely understand that many business owners prefer to engage a lawyer to prepare their contractor agreements (this would generally be my suggestion as well!) I’ve prepared this agreement for the business owners who are looking to save the legal fees while still having peace of mind that your agreement will actually protect you. It’s been built to give you the same outcome a lawyer (like me!) would deliver, at a fraction of the cost (just note that you will need to tailor this document to align with your business and situation).
Perfect for: Small business owners, start-ups, agencies, and service-based businesses engaging freelancers, consultants or independent contractors, who want a legally sound agreement without the professional price tag, and who don’t mind spending a little extra time to tailor the template to your needs.
Disclaimer: this template is general in nature and is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute personal or legal advice or advice in respect of what terms are most suitable for your business. Information current as of October 2026.
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