toimeksiantosuhde

Toimeksiantosuhde, often translated as a mandate or agency relationship, is a contractual agreement where one party, the principal (toimeksiantaja), entrusts another party, the agent (toimeksisaaja), to perform a specific task or service on their behalf. This relationship is distinct from an employment contract, as the agent typically operates with a degree of independence and is not subject to the same level of direction and control as an employee.

The core of a toimeksiantosuhde lies in the agent's obligation to carry out the agreed-upon task with due care and diligence. The principal, in turn, is obligated to compensate the agent for their services, as agreed upon in the contract. This compensation can take various forms, such as a fixed fee, an hourly rate, or a commission.

Key characteristics of a toimeksiantosuhde include the agent's autonomy in how they perform the task, the absence of an employer-employee relationship, and the limited duration or specific nature of the engagement. The responsibilities and liabilities of both parties are typically defined by the contract and relevant legislation. Common examples include agreements with lawyers, consultants, real estate agents, and freelancers. The termination of a toimeksiantosuhde usually occurs upon completion of the task, the expiration of the contract, or by mutual agreement, though specific terms for termination can be outlined in the agreement.