Independent Contractor Agreement Template
Engage an independent contractor with the status, tax and IP terms set out clearly. The agreement reflects the sham-contracting prohibition and the contractor's own statutory obligations.
What's in this template
The Independent Contractor Agreement covers the sections below. Each is pre-written and editable, with signing fields already placed for every party.
- Parties
- Engagement and Services
- Status of the Contractor
- Fees, Invoicing and GST
- Equipment and Workplace
- Intellectual Property
- Confidentiality
- Term and Termination
- Governing Law
Who signs & who it's for
Signing parties (in order):
- 1Principal
- 2Contractor
Commonly used by:
- Businesses engaging a sole trader or contractor
- Contractors formalising a new engagement
- Trades and services hiring subcontractors
A starting point, not legal advice
How to send a Independent Contractor Agreement for signing
Pick the template
Start from this template in AirSign. The document, signing fields and signer roles are already laid out for you.
Fill in your details
Enter names, dates and the other details as guided fields. Tweak any wording in the editor if you need to.
Send for signing
Send it to each party by email. They sign securely in the browser and everyone gets the completed, audit-trailed document.
Independent Contractor Agreement - Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from the Consulting Services Agreement?
Both engage someone as an independent contractor. The Independent Contractor Agreement leans towards ongoing or hands-on work and emphasises contractor status, WHS and the sham-contracting prohibition; the Consulting Services Agreement leans towards advisory or deliverable-based work with more detail on IP assignment and insurance. Pick whichever framing fits your engagement.
Is this template legally binding in Australia?
When signed electronically through AirSign, agreements made with this template are supported by the Electronic Transactions Act 1999 (Cth) and equivalent state and territory legislation, with a complete audit trail attached to every signature. The wording is an Australian-aligned starting point - for important matters, have it reviewed by a qualified professional.
Can I customise the template before sending it?
Yes. Every field is a fillable variable - names, dates, amounts and other details are entered when you start, and the rest of the wording can be edited in the AirSign editor to suit your situation before you send.
Do the people signing need an AirSign account?
No. Signers receive a secure link by email and can review and sign in their browser - no account, app or installation required. Only the person sending the document needs an AirSign account.
Is it really free to start?
You can start from any template on the AirSign free trial with no credit card required. Browse the wording here, then create your account to fill it in and send it for signing.
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