Terms of Engagement

This are the terms of engagement for Graham Smith, fractional Marketing Director.

Fractional Marketing Director – Services Agreement

Parties

This agreement is between the Contractor, Graham Smith, and the Client.

Status of Contractor

The Contractor is engaged as an independent self-employed provider. Nothing in this agreement creates an employment relationship. The Contractor is responsible for their own tax, National Insurance, and pension arrangements.

Services

The Contractor will provide fractional Marketing Director services, including:

  • Strategic marketing leadership
  • Brand, demand-gen, and campaign oversight
  • Management of marketing operations / agencies
  • Reporting to founders/execs
  • Any additional services agreed in writing

Hours & Availability

The Contractor will provide services for the agreed number of days per week at the agreed daily rate. Work will be carried out remotely unless otherwise agreed.

Fees & Invoicing

The Contractor will invoice the Client weekly at the agreed rate per week.

Payment terms: 7 days.

Late payments may incur interest at the statutory rate.

Substitution

The Contractor may provide a suitably qualified substitute to perform the services, subject to the Client’s reasonable approval.

Equipment

The Contractor will provide their own equipment unless otherwise agreed.

Confidentiality

Both parties will keep any commercially sensitive information confidential.

Termination

Either party may terminate this agreement with 30 days written notice.
Immediate termination is permitted for breach or misconduct.

Deliverables & Outcome Focus

The Contractor agrees to deliver outputs as agreed, but will determine how the work is carried out, consistent with contractor status.

Liability & Insurance

The Contractor will maintain appropriate professional indemnity insurance.

 

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Last updated: 13 October 2025