1,470 Corporate Governance contracts

SAFE: Valuation Cap, No Discount (Singapore) by Y Combinator

The SAFE: Post-Money Valuation Cap (Singapore) is a Simple Agreement for Future Equity tailored for Singapore-incorporated companies. It allows investors to convert their investment into equity at the lower of the future financing price or a price based on a set valuation cap, protecting them from dilution. This is Y Combinator’s standard Singapore law version, widely used in early-stage startup financing.

Investigation Letter (UK) (Acas)

This Acas template provides a clear, legally sound letter for inviting an employee to an investigation meeting. It ensures the employee is properly informed about the purpose of the meeting, their rights, and next steps, helping employers run a fair and transparent process.

Investigation Plan and Report (UK) (Acas)

This template suite from Acas provides a structured framework for conducting disciplinary or grievance investigations, guiding you through defining the scope and issues, planning evidence gathering, scheduling interviews, drafting a report (with findings, witness statements, and recommendations), and managing the overall process transparently and consistently.

Model PIPE Securities Purchase Agreement (FPI) (NVCA)

This is a model Securities Purchase Agreement for a Private Investment in Public Equity (PIPE) transaction. It details the terms under which a company, often a foreign private issuer, sells various securities (such as ordinary shares, ADSs, preferred shares, and warrants) to investors in a private placement, relying on exemptions from securities registration. The agreement includes extensive representations, warranties, and covenants from both parties, along with provisions for closing and compliance with U.S. securities regulations.

Privacy Policy by Mozilla

The Mozilla Privacy Policy is a general, organisation-wide privacy statement that explains how Mozilla collects, uses, shares, and protects personal data across its products and services. It is an official policy from Mozilla, a globally trusted open-source organisation, providing authoritative guidance for lawful data handling, transparency, and user privacy.

Hiring and Recruitment Policy (UK) by Study Academy

Recruitment and Hiring Policy sets out fair, merit-based recruitment, equal-opportunity principles, blind application review, background checks, confidentiality and annual policy review. Developed by the Study Academy hiring team, specialists in accredited UK workplace training and compliance.

Customer Care Policy (UK) by Study Academy

Customer Care Policy outlines responsive, inclusive and solution-focused standards across all customer channels, including fair treatment, reasonable adjustments, first-contact resolution, plain British English communication and protected handling of consumer data. Developed by the Study Academy Customer Experience & Accessibility training team, specialists in accredited UK compliance education and service-quality frameworks.

Code of Ethics (UK) by Study Academy

Code of Ethics sets out mandatory principles for honesty, fairness, confidentiality, intellectual-property respect, conflict-of-interest disclosure and zero tolerance for bribery, corruption, discrimination, harassment and bullying. Developed by Study Academy, a UK-based training provider delivering accredited compliance and workplace-skills education.

Management Rights Letter (Updated July 2020) (NVCA)

The Management Rights Letter is a contractual document used by venture funds to establish "management rights" in a portfolio company, allowing the fund to qualify as a Venture Capital Operating Company (VCOC) under ERISA regulations and thereby avoid having its assets treated as ERISA plan assets. It grants the investor rights to consult with management, access financial and operational information, and receive board materials—while including provisions to limit or modify these rights for foreign investors to comply with CFIUS regulations and avoid triggering U.S. national security review.

Github Terms Github Community Guidelines (GitHub)

The GitHub Community Guidelines outline expectations for respectful, inclusive, and constructive collaboration on the platform, offering tools for moderation and conflict resolution. They complement GitHub’s Terms of Service and Acceptable Use Policies, forming part of GitHub’s trusted, transparent governance framework for millions of developers worldwide.

Indemnification Agreement (Updated July 2020) (NVCA)

The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) Model Indemnification Agreement is a template contract that ensures a company will indemnify and advance expenses to its directors and officers—both current and former—for legal claims and liabilities incurred in connection with their service, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Bereavement Policy (UK) (Acas)

The Acas Bereavement Policy template provides a comprehensive framework for supporting employees following the death of a loved one, covering paid and unpaid leave, parental bereavement, and miscarriage leave. It promotes compassion and fairness in the workplace by outlining procedures for time off, communication, return-to-work support, and sensitivity to cultural and individual differences in grieving.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy (UK) (Acas)

This policy outlines an organization's commitment to fostering equality, diversity, and inclusion within its workforce and in its dealings with customers. It aims to eliminate unlawful discrimination based on protected characteristics, promoting a respectful and fair working environment for all employees.

Suspension During an Investigation at Work Letter (UK) (Acas)

This template provides a formal letter for an employer to issue to an employee, confirming their suspension from duty during an ongoing investigation. It details the reasons for the suspension, clarifies that it is not disciplinary action at this stage, and outlines the employee's responsibilities and points of contact during the suspension period. The document ensures clear communication regarding the investigative process and the employee's temporary status.

Disciplinary Procedure (UK) (Acas)

This document outlines a company's disciplinary procedure, detailing the steps for addressing employee conduct, attendance, and performance issues. It covers formal warnings, potential dismissal, and the employee's right to be accompanied and to appeal decisions, aiming for fair and consistent treatment.

Flexible Working Policy (Acas)

The Acas Flexible Working Policy template sets out a comprehensive framework for employees to request changes to their working hours, patterns, or locations, in line with statutory requirements. It promotes work–life balance while ensuring employers follow a fair, transparent, and timely process for considering, consulting on, and responding to flexible working requests.

Checklist for Induction of New Staff (Acas)

This is a comprehensive job induction checklist designed to guide both new workers and their line managers through the onboarding process. It outlines key tasks and information to be covered from the first day up to 12 months, ensuring a structured and thorough integration into the organization. The checklist helps track progress and ensures all essential aspects of employment, health and safety, and company policies are addressed.

Key FATCA and CRS Definitions by BVCA

The BVCA Key FATCA and CRS Definitions is a reference document outlining essential terms used in compliance with the OECD Common Reporting Standard (CRS) and the U.S. Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA). It is part of the BVCA’s widely trusted library of open, lawyer-vetted compliance forms.

Controlling Person Form by BVCA

The BVCA Controlling Person Form is used to declare a Controlling Person's tax residency status and provide Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TINs) to financial institutions, supporting compliance with international tax reporting standards like the OECD Common Reporting Standard (CRS) and FATCA. It is part of BVCA’s widely trusted library of open, lawyer-vetted compliance forms.

Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form (UK) (Acas)

This document is an Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form template designed to help an organization collect anonymous data on the diversity of its job applicants or existing workforce. Its main purpose is to ensure the organization meets the aims of its equality policy and complies with the Equality Act 2010. The information provided is voluntary, confidential, and used solely for monitoring purposes.

Security Policies Github Sirt Description Rfc 2350 (GitHub)

The GitHub Security Incident Response Team (SIRT) Description (RFC 2350) outlines GitHub’s official structure, mission, and procedures for handling security incidents, including vulnerability management, triage, coordination, and resolution. It is an authoritative security policy maintained by GitHub under industry-standard RFC 2350, providing trusted guidance on incident response practices for its users and constituents.

Github Company Policies Github Anti Bribery Statement (GitHub)

The GitHub Anti-Bribery Statement sets out GitHub’s prohibition on bribery and corruption, requiring employees, contractors, and partners to comply with U.S. and U.K. anti-bribery laws and to maintain accurate records of transactions. As an official GitHub company policy aligned with Microsoft’s Anti-Corruption Policy, it is a trusted, enforceable standard supported by employee training, partner commitments, and clear internal guidelines.

Granting Power of Attorney

A simple board resolution for the granting of power of attorney to a director or employee of a company in England and Wales. To be inserted in the general board resolution template provided by GitLaw.

Recommending a Final Dividend (Board Resolution)

This written resolution records the directors’ formal recommendation to the company's shareholders to declare a final dividend. It sets out the dividend amount, record date, and payment date, providing the board’s rationale for shareholder approval and ensuring compliance with applicable corporate law and the company’s articles of association.

Approving Interim Dividend (Board Resolution)

This template is used by the board of directors of a UK company to formally declare and authorise the payment of an interim dividend in accordance with the Companies Act 2006. It records the directors’ consideration of distributable profits and sets out the amount, timing, and payment mechanics of the dividend.

Calling of a General Meeting (Board Resolution)

This written board resolution authorises the directors to convene a general meeting of the company’s shareholders in accordance with the Companies Act 2006 and the company’s Articles. It sets the date, time, and place of the meeting, approves the agenda or resolutions to be proposed, and ensures compliance with statutory notice requirements.

Shareholder Resolution Template

This is a basic template for a resolution of the shareholders of a UK company. GitLaw provides template resolutions to be inserted where stated for many common resolutions required in UK businesses.

Board Resolution Template

This is a basic template for a board resolution for a UK company. GitLaw provides template resolutions to be inserted where stated for many common resolutions required in UK businesses.

Opening Bank Accounts

A simple board resolution for the opening and operation of bank accounts for a company in England and Wales. To be inserted in the general board resolution template provided by GitLaw.

Change of Registered Office

A simple board resolution for the change of the registered office of a company in England and Wales. To be inserted in the general board resolution template provided by GitLaw.