Independent Contractor Agreement — Word & PDF Template

This independent contractor agreement template sets out the terms between a self-employed contractor and a client. It covers the scope of services, fees, contractor status, IR35 / off-payroll working, intellectual property, confidentiality and data protection, giving contractors and clients in England and Wales a clear, professional contract.

Who is this template for?

It suits self-employed contractors and consultants, businesses engaging contractors for projects or interim work, and anyone who needs a contract that addresses genuine self-employment and IR35 status clearly.

What does the template include?

The agreement is organised into clear, ready-to-complete clauses:

• Parties — identifies the contractor and the client.
• Engagement — the basis of the engagement.
• Scope of Services — the work to be carried out.
• Fees and Invoicing — rate, expenses and invoicing.
• Independent Contractor Status — confirms self-employed status.
• IR35 / Off-Payroll Working — addresses off-payroll working rules.
• Intellectual Property — ownership of work created.
• Confidentiality — protection of confidential information.
• Data Protection — handling of personal data under UK GDPR.
• Termination — how the agreement ends.
• Liability — limits on liability.
• Governing Law and Jurisdiction — confirms England and Wales law applies.
• Entire Agreement — confirms the document is the complete record.
• Signatures — signing block for both parties.

Easy to customise

The template opens in Microsoft Word, Google Docs and LibreOffice. Fill in the highlighted fields, set the scope, fees and IR35 position, tick the relevant options and edit any clause to suit your engagement.

Format and scope

Download instantly as an editable Word (.docx) file and a print-ready PDF, formatted to A4. Written in plain British English with light, general references to England and Wales law and off-payroll working rules.