Terms of Access and Use

1. Introduction

These Terms of Access and Use, together with the documents referenced herein, govern your access to and use of:

• The websites at https://theworkcrowd.com and https://theworkcrowd.ae
• The secure The Work Crowd community portal (collectively referred to as the “site”).

This site is operated by:

• The Work Crowd Limited, registered in England and Wales under company number 8651780, with a registered office at 42 Lytton Road, Barnet, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, EN5 5BY (VAT number 194888535).
• Talent Advisory Services MENA Ltd, trading as The Work Crowd MENA, registered under company number 000010132, with a registered office at Level 14, Wework Hub71, Al Khatem Tower, Abu Dhabi Global Market Square, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.

Both entities are collectively referred to as “The Work Crowd,” “we,” or “us” unless explicitly stated otherwise.

These terms apply to your use of any services provided through the site, including:

• Acting as an introducer between clients and independent consultants.
• Acting as a payment agent for contracts agreed upon between users.

By using our site, you confirm that you accept these Terms of Access and Use and agree to comply with them. If you do not agree, you must not use the site.

2. Changes to These Terms

We may revise these terms at any time by updating this page. Please check this page regularly to ensure you are aware of the latest terms, which are binding upon you.

3. Services Provided

The Work Crowd provides a platform connecting clients with independent consultants specializing in marketing communications, sustainability, PR, and design. Specifically:

1. Introduction Services:
   • We act as an introducer, facilitating connections between clients and consultants.
   • A fee is charged for this introduction, payable by the client as outlined in the client agreement.
2. Payment Agent:
   • We act as a payment agent, receiving funds from the client and holding them until they are disbursed to the consultant upon satisfactory completion of the agreed services.
   • This arrangement does not create any employment relationship between The Work Crowd, clients, or consultants.

4. Jurisdiction and Applicable Law

These Terms of Access and Use are governed by English law. Both The Work Crowd Limited and Talent Advisory Services MENA Ltd agree to resolve disputes exclusively under the courts of England and Wales, regardless of the jurisdiction of the user.

5. Use of the Site

Permitted Use

You agree to:

• Use the site solely for lawful purposes in accordance with these terms.
• Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials.

Prohibited Use

You must not:

• Use the site to engage in fraudulent, illegal, or harmful activities.
• Attempt to bypass security protocols or access unauthorized areas of the site.

Interactive Services

We may provide interactive features, including forums or chatrooms. Use of these features is subject to compliance with content standards outlined below.

6. Content Standards

Content uploaded to the site must:

• Be accurate and lawful.
• Not infringe upon intellectual property rights or promote illegal activities.

We reserve the right to remove content that violates these standards.

7. Data Protection and Privacy

The Work Crowd is committed to compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). For users accessing the MENA platform, data handling complies with UAE data privacy regulations.

By using the site, you consent to the transfer of your data between The Work Crowd Limited and Talent Advisory Services MENA Ltd for operational purposes.

8. Limitation of Liability

We do not guarantee uninterrupted access to the site and are not liable for:

• Losses arising from your inability to use the site.
• Indirect or consequential damages, including loss of business or data.

Our total liability is limited to the fees paid by you for services provided over the site.

9. Independent Contractors

The Work Crowd is an intermediary platform. All users (clients and consultants) act as independent entities. No employment, partnership, or joint venture relationship is created between any party and The Work Crowd.

Clients are responsible for ensuring compliance with employment and tax laws in their jurisdiction, including regulations similar to IR35 in the UK.

10. Fees and Payment

1. Introduction Fees:
   • Clients are charged a fee for introductions facilitated by The Work Crowd.
   • This fee is outlined in the client agreement and payable regardless of the outcome of the engagement.
2. Payment Processing:
   • Consultants are paid only after funds are received from the client and after service milestones are met.
   • Any disputes regarding payment must be resolved in accordance with the dispute resolution process outlined below.

11. Dispute Resolution

If a dispute arises:

1. Parties should first seek to resolve the matter amicably through our dispute resolution process.
2. If unresolved, disputes will be governed by English law and settled in the courts of England and Wales.

12. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the site is owned or licensed by The Work Crowd. Users may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any content without prior written consent.

13. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the site for breaches of these terms or at our discretion.

14. Contact Information

For any questions regarding these terms, please contact:

Last Updated: 24/02/2025