Terms of Service

Welcome to the International Legal Partners Digital Portal ("Platform"). By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Platform.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account or using the ILP Digital Portal, you acknowledge that you:

• Have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms
• Are at least 18 years of age
• Have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
• Are not prohibited from using the Platform under applicable law

2. Services Description

ILP provides a digital recruitment platform connecting healthcare professionals ("Candidates") with healthcare organisations ("Employers"). Our services include:

2.1 For Candidates

• Profile creation and CV upload
• Professional verification services
• Job matching and opportunity notifications
• Interview scheduling and management
• Document storage and sharing

2.2 For Employers

• Candidate search and filtering
• CV viewing and download
• Shortlist creation and management
• Interview scheduling tools
• Compliance documentation

3. Account Registration and Eligibility

3.1 Candidate Requirements

To register as a Candidate, you must:

• Hold relevant professional qualifications for your healthcare role
• Possess valid registration with applicable regulatory bodies (NMC, GMC, HCPC, CORU, etc.)
• Have the right to work in the United Kingdom or applicable jurisdiction
• Provide accurate and complete information
• Maintain current professional registrations

3.2 Employer Requirements

To register as an Employer, you must:

• Be a legitimate healthcare organisation (NHS Trust, private hospital, care home, etc.)
• Hold appropriate regulatory approvals (CQC registration where applicable)
• Comply with all applicable employment laws
• Maintain accurate organisation details

4. Professional Conduct and Verification

4.1 Verification Services

ILP offers professional verification services including:

• NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration checks
• GMC (General Medical Council) registration verification
• HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registration checks
• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) certificate verification
• Right to work verification (UKVI checks)

4.2 Candidate Responsibilities

As a Candidate, you agree to:

• Maintain current and accurate professional registrations
• Notify ILP immediately of any regulatory action or investigation
• Report any changes to your right to work status
• Provide accurate qualifications and employment history
• Respond promptly to verification requests

4.3 Employer Responsibilities

As an Employer, you agree to:

• Conduct your own due diligence beyond ILP verification
• Comply with all applicable employment and immigration laws
• Maintain appropriate DBS and reference checking procedures
• Provide fair and non-discriminatory recruitment practices
• Report any concerns about candidate conduct to relevant regulatory bodies

5. Fees and Payment

5.1 Candidate Services

Basic Candidate services are provided free of charge. Premium services may be offered subject to additional terms.

5.2 Employer Fees

Employer fees are based on the selected subscription tier:

• Starter: Basic candidate search and shortlisting
• Professional: Enhanced search, CV downloads, and priority support
• Enterprise: Full service with dedicated account management

All fees are exclusive of applicable VAT. Full fee details are available in the Fees & Pricing section.

6. Intellectual Property

The ILP Platform, including all content, software, designs, and trademarks, is owned by International Legal Partners FZE-LLC. You retain ownership of content you submit but grant ILP a licence to use it for platform operations.

7. Limitation of Liability

ILP's total liability shall not exceed the fees paid by you in the twelve months preceding the claim.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless ILP, its officers, directors, and employees from any claims arising from:

• Your breach of these Terms
• False or misleading information provided by you
• Violations of applicable law or regulation
• Harm caused to third parties through your use of the Platform

9. Termination

Either party may terminate these Terms:

• By you: Deleting your account at any time
• By ILP: With 30 days' notice or immediately for breach
• Immediate termination: For fraudulent activity, regulatory violations, or illegal conduct

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

11. Healthcare-Specific Regulations

12. Amendments

ILP reserves the right to modify these Terms. Material changes will be communicated via email and the Platform. Continued use after notice constitutes acceptance.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in effect.

14. Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising from these Terms shall first be submitted to mediation. If unresolved within 30 days, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration under the rules of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.

15. Contact Information

By using the ILP Digital Portal, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all referenced policies.