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  • vickyp
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    August 28, 2023 at 11:12 pm
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    #81204
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    Good Afternoon,

    I have been asked by the CEO of the company I work for to sign off on our employee agreements as well as our contractor agreements. Up until now, the CEO has always signed off on them. I am wondering if it makes any difference for me to sign off on contracts on my own behalf as the HR lead of the organization or if I should sign off on behalf of the CEO instead. I’d like to make an informed decision before I agree to take it on.

    Best Regards,
    Ashley

    vickyp
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    August 28, 2023 at 11:13 pm
    Post count: 4922
    #81203

    There are 2 things to consider.
    1. Do you have authority to bind the organization? Is there a company policy, corporate resolution or other document expressly stating that HR can sign binding contracts on behalf of org and/or that HR can sign contracts on CEO’s behalf? If not, there should be one.
    2. Personal liability risks: Signing on “your own behalf,” i.e., makes YOU a party to the contract and exposes you to risk of personal liability. So you should sign in your capacity as HR manager of the organization.
    Also suggest that your organization seek legal counsel before making this move. This is a legal issue that may involve hidden pitfalls. Hope this helps. Glenn

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