PULSAWORK FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT FOR HR & OUTSOURCING PARTNERSHIPS

 

1. INTRODUCTION & PURPOSE

  1. This Agreement establishes a partnership between HRIIS s.r.o. and local HR service providers, recruitment agencies, payroll agencies, and outsourcing firms worldwide. The purpose is to facilitate international hiring, IT workforce outsourcing, compliance, and workforce management through the PULSAWORK SaaS platform.

 

2. DEFINITIONS

For the purposes of this Agreement, the following terms are defined as follows:

  1. HR Partner: Any recruitment agency, labor provider, or workforce management firm collaborating with HRIIS s.r.o.
  2. PEO (Professional Employer Organization) (Optional): A legal entity responsible for employment, payroll, and compliance on behalf of clients when required.
  3. Outsourcing Partner: A company providing IT and non‑IT workforce outsourcing solutions through HRIIS s.r.o.’s network.
  4. PULSAWORK SaaS Platform: The SaaS platform used for workforce tracking, payroll integration, compliance, and reporting.
  5. Client: Any business, organization, or entity utilizing HRIIS s.r.o.’s platform and services for operational, workforce, or outsourcing needs.
  6. Equipment Services: Provision and management of employee equipment (e.g., laptops, phones, workstations) via third‑party providers.

 

3. SCOPE OF PARTNERSHIP

HRIIS s.r.o., as the main contractual party, will coordinate with international HR agencies and outsourcing providers to:

  1. Facilitate workforce recruitment, employment contracts, and workforce management services.
  2. Manage work permits, visas, and relocation services for workers placed in various markets worldwide.
  3. Provide optional equipment & IT asset leasing for remote and onsite workers via third‑party providers.
  4. Ensure compliance with local tax, social security, and labor laws in the hiring country.
  5. Integrate payroll processing, outsourcing management, and workforce tracking via the PULSAWORK platform.
  6. Maintain GDPR compliance for data sharing between HRIIS s.r.o., HR partners, outsourcing firms, and clients.
  7. HRIIS s.r.o. may order services from partners either directly or indirectly through one of its sister (group) companies.

 

4. RESPONSIBILITIES OF HRIIS s.r.o.

HRIIS s.r.o. shall:

  1. Facilitate partnerships between HR service providers, outsourcing firms, and clients seeking to hire international employees and IT professionals.
  2. Provide access to the PULSAWORK SaaS platform for compliance tracking, payroll management, outsourcing contracts, and reporting.
  3. Oversee visa and work permit processes to ensure smooth onboarding of international hires.
  4. Manage contractual agreements with clients, HR partners, and outsourcing providers concerning service-level agreements (SLAs).
  5. Offer optional equipment leasing and IT support services through third‑party vendors.
  6. Ensure that non‑compete clauses are honored to prevent direct deals that bypass the platform.
  7. Not be obliged to pay any invoice or penalty without a previously confirmed order that is explicitly accepted without reservations by the contractual party.

 

5. RESPONSIBILITIES OF HR & OUTSOURCING PARTNERS

HR and outsourcing partners shall:

  1. Source and recruit qualified candidates based on client needs.
  2. Ensure compliance with payroll, social security, tax payment, and local labor laws.
  3. Provide local benefits administration, including healthcare and pension contributions if required.
  4. Issue legally compliant employment contracts and manage employee relations.
  5. Offer outsourced workforce solutions, including both IT and non‑IT roles, as per client needs.
  6. Provide equipment fulfillment, remote onboarding kits, and technical support where required.
  7. Ensure GDPR compliance when transferring employee and client data.
  8. If acting as a PEO, assume full legal responsibility for employment matters.

 

6. PRICING, REVENUE SHARING & BILLING

  1. Platform Access Fees: HR providers and outsourcing firms pay a subscription or transaction‑based fee for using the PULSAWORK platform.
  2. Success‑Based Fees: HRIIS s.r.o. may charge a placement fee per successful hire or outsourced position through the network.
  3. Payroll & Employment Fees: Clients pay directly to HR partners for payroll, benefits, and compliance services.
  4. Outsourcing Management Fees: Clients pay for IT and non‑IT outsourcing services, with HRIIS s.r.o. facilitating payment processing.
  5. Equipment & IT Services Fees: If requested, employees may receive leased equipment, billed separately by third‑party providers.
  6. Revenue Share Agreements: If HRIIS s.r.o. introduces a client, it may receive a percentage of the contract value from the HR partner or outsourcing firm.
  7. Invoice & Payment Terms: Payments are processed via the PULSAWORK platform with billing cycles set at 30 days.

 

7. EQUIPMENT & WORKPLACE SERVICES

  1. HR partners and outsourcing firms may offer laptops, phones, and remote office setups for international hires.
  2. Equipment is leased through third‑party vendors and remains the property of the leasing company.
  3. Maintenance, replacements, and insurance are handled by the equipment provider.
  4. Clients may choose on‑site, remote, or hybrid setups; HRIIS s.r.o. will facilitate logistics.

 

8. COMPLIANCE, DATA SECURITY & GDPR

  1. HRIIS s.r.o., HR partners, outsourcing firms, and clients must comply with local labor laws, tax regulations, and visa requirements.
  2. GDPR‑compliant Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) must be signed before accessing the PULSAWORK platform.
  3. Employee and client data shall be stored exclusively within the PULSAWORK system; any external sharing requires written approval.
  4. Breaches of data compliance may result in termination and financial penalties.

 

9. CONTRACT TERMINATION & NON‑COMPETE CLAUSE

Non‑Compete Provision:

  1. "To safeguard HRIIS s.r.o.'s business interests and preserve the integrity of the collaborative network, all HR and outsourcing partners agree not to engage directly with HRIIS s.r.o.'s clients outside of the established platform for a period of 12 months following the termination of this Agreement. This non‑compete obligation is designed to prevent partners from bypassing the platform and directly capturing business that was originally facilitated through HRIIS s.r.o., thereby ensuring that the value of the platform is maintained and that all parties benefit from the mutually established relationships."

Termination Provision:

  1. "In addition to the non‑compete provisions, this Agreement provides a structured and clear mechanism for termination. Either party may terminate this Agreement by providing written notice, subject to a notice period of 60 days. In the event of termination, all ongoing employment and outsourcing contracts shall remain valid under the respective HR partner or outsourcing firm. Furthermore, should a partner violate the non‑compete clause by engaging directly with HRIIS s.r.o.'s clients within the specified period, the offending party shall be liable for contractual penalties up to €50,000 per breach. This provision is intended to deter potential breaches and reinforce the commitment to a long‑term, secure business relationship that underpins the successful operation of the PULSAWORK platform."

 

10. DISPUTE RESOLUTION & GOVERNING LAW

  1. Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall be resolved through mediation. If mediation fails, disputes will be resolved in the appropriate legal jurisdiction as specified by the governing laws of this Agreement.
  2. In cases involving local labor laws, the law of the employee’s country of residence shall prevail.
  3. This contractual relationship shall be governed by the laws of the Slovak Republic, and any legal disputes arising hereunder shall be resolved by the competent courts of Slovakia.
  4. In the event that multiple language versions of these General Terms and Conditions exist, the Slovak version shall prevail.

 

11. FINAL PROVISIONS

  1. This Agreement is effective upon signature by both parties.
  2. Amendments must be made in writing and signed by both parties.
  3. If any provision of this Agreement is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force.
  4. This Agreement represents the complete understanding between the parties and is executed in counterparts, each of which is deemed an original.