Management Agreement

/ˈmænɪdʒmənt əˈɡriːmənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A contract whereby one party (manager) agrees to operate, manage, or oversee a business or property on behalf of another (owner) under specified terms.
    The owner signed a management agreement granting the firm control over daily operations of the hotel.
  2. (n.) An agreement defining responsibilities and compensation related to managing assets, projects, or services, often including reporting and performance standards.
    The management agreement outlined the manager's duties and payment based on performance targets.

Forms

  • management agreement
  • management agreements

Commentary

Management agreements require clear allocation of duties and authority to avoid disputes; they often include termination clauses and confidentiality provisions.

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