Non‑Compete & Non‑Solicitation Agreement

This agreement helps protect our legitimate business interests (client relationships, confidential information, and workforce stability) in line with UK law. Please review the scope and confirm your decision.

Candidate

Full name

Role / Position

Start date (or onboarding date)

Summary of obligations

Non‑compete: Do not work for or provide services to a competing business within the defined scope during employment and for a limited period after leaving.
Non‑solicitation: Do not solicit or deal with our clients, prospects, or suppliers in competition for the restricted period.
Non‑poaching: Do not solicit or hire our employees or contractors for the restricted period.
Confidentiality: Keep company and client information confidential at all times.
IP & materials: Work products remain company property unless explicitly agreed otherwise.

Restrictions must be reasonable in scope, geography, and duration to be enforceable under UK law. This agreement is tailored accordingly.

Your decision

I agree to the non‑compete, non‑solicitation, and non‑poaching obligations as outlined. I do not agree (provide reasons).

Scope of restrictions

Restricted period after leaving (months)

Geography

Restricted activities

Client/supplier list covered (if client‑specific)

Non‑solicitation and non‑poaching

Clients and active prospects. Key suppliers/partners. Employees and contractors.

You agree not to solicit, induce, or engage with these parties to compete with the company during the restricted period.

Confidentiality & Intellectual Property

Maintain confidentiality over client lists, pricing, proposals, processes, and trade secrets.
Return or securely delete company materials on request or upon leaving.
Work products created in the course of employment are owned by the company unless otherwise agreed in writing.

I acknowledge the confidentiality and IP obligations.

Carve‑outs and reasonableness

Passive shareholdings (up to 5% in a listed company) are not restricted.
Restrictions do not prevent lawful whistleblowing or statutory rights.
If any provision is too broad, it will be limited to what is reasonably necessary to protect legitimate interests (severability).

Governing law and jurisdiction

This agreement is governed by the laws of England & Wales, and the courts of England & Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

Special arrangements

Would you require any special arrangements for interview, assessment, or work (accessibility or other adjustments)?

Yes No Prefer not to say

Declaration

By submitting this form, I confirm:

I have read and understood the restrictions and believe they are reasonable.
I will comply with confidentiality and IP obligations.
My information will be processed in line with UK GDPR.

I confirm the information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge.

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