This article is aimed at consultants. If you're looking for help with your client account (for posting projects and hiring), please see the 'Clients' section of the Help centre.
Each project on Leafr is governed by a Project Agreement. The scope is sent by the client, while the legal terms are provided by Leafr. This agreement outlines specific scope and deliverables of that project, such as the deliverables, timeline, rate, and services. You'll need to agree to this before the project can start.
You'll see this in the Contracting tab when the client accepts you to a project: until then, it will be greyed out.
When you join Leafr, you also sign a Leafr–Consultant Agreement. You do this once: this is your master agreement with Leafr. It governs all of your work with Leafr moving forward, across every project.
For more information see our full Terms and Conditions.
Accepting Project Agreements: What You Need to Know
When a client chooses you for their project, they will offer you a scope of work that you'll need to review and accept before work can begin. This is known as the Project Agreement. Here's how:
You'll get a notification by email and in the app
Click on it, or navigate to the Project Details page of your approved project
Click on the Contracting tab in the navigation menu
You'll see the full Project Agreement card with all contract details
What's in the Agreement?
It covers all of the information you'll need for the project, including:
Project Description - Detailed overview of the project goals
Deliverables - Specific outputs you're expected to produce
Rate Type - Whether you're on a day rate or fixed price
Rate - what you've agreed to be paid for this project
Days per Week - The expected time commitment, if needed
Start and End Dates - The project timeline
Total Project Fee - Your complete compensation for the project
Each Leafr project is also governed by the master Leafr-Consultant Agreement you agreed to when you joined. Click "Click to see the key points" dropdown at the bottom of the contract for a summary, or visit your Welcome Agreement page.
How to Accept the Offer
Review all contract details carefully
If everything looks correct, click the green Accept button at the top or bottom of the contract
Remember that accepting a contract is a commitment to deliver the work as described. Take time to review everything carefully before proceeding.
What Happens After You Accept?
If you haven't already you'll be directed to the Stripe Onboarding page to set up your payment recipient details - so we can pay you for this project
The client will be notified that you've accepted the project
The project status will change to Live
You can begin work according to the agreed start date
You'll gain access to the Dashboard tab for this project
What If I Need to Decline?
We highly recommend you contact the Leafr team before you decline project agreements, as it creates a negative experience for both you and the Client.
Click the Decline Offer button at the bottom of the contract
A confirmation dialog will appear
Click Yes to confirm your decision
The client will be notified, and the Leafr team will reach out to discuss alternatives.
How do Leafr contracts protect me?
(For the full set of ways Leafr contracts protect you,
Guaranteed rates: You’ll always be paid 100% the rate you quoted once the project brief is accepted.
Secure payments: You invoice Leafr, and Leafr handles invoicing and collecting payment from the Client on your behalf.
Dispute resolution: If a Client delays or fails to pay, Leafr will chase unpaid fees and attempt to resolve disputes for you.
Clear project terms: Each Project Scope includes deliverables, timelines, and responsibilities so everyone’s on the same page.
Independent contractor status: Your freelance status is recognised: you have flexibility, and are not tied to one client like an employee.
IP and confidentiality protections: Contracts ensure your work is protected and client data is handled securely.
Limited liability: Your liability to clients is capped at the total project value, giving you peace of mind.
What's the difference between the Leafr-Consultant Agreement and the Project Agreements?
When working through Leafr, there are two key agreements you’ll come across:
The Leafr-Consultant Agreement
This is the master agreement you sign once, when you join Leafr. It defines your overall relationship with Leafr, including things like professionalism, payment process, confidentiality, and working standards.
It applies to all future projects you do on Leafr.The Project Agreement
This is specific to each project you take on. It outlines the what, when, and how much: the deliverables, deadlines, rates, and scope of work. You’ll accept a new Project Agreement every time you start a new project.
Think of it this way: The Consultant Agreement is the rulebook for being a Leafr Consultant, and governs out relationship. The Project Agreement is what is agreed to be delivered for each individual job.
Have more questions? Contact Leafr directly at [email protected].