If for any reason a client decides to cancel a project, we would only invoice for the stage of work already completed, such as the retainer, or shortlist stage. Should you wish to put a position on hold, we will keep the assignment open for a period of up to six months, after which we would consider it cancelled. Should you wish to restart it, we would need to begin again from scratch. Of course we can reconnect with previously contacted candidates but we of course cannot guarantee that they are still available, and/or interested in your position.