in Vertretung

Meaning

1. (idiomatic) Indicates that a signatory is acting as the deputy of them who are qualified and responsible; distinct from im Auftrag (“per pro”), which merely indicates that the signatory has been instructed or authorized to sign.
2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see in, Vertretung: by deputyship, proxy (in other contexts)

Concepts

by proxy

on behalf of

Synonyms

stellvertretend

kommissarisch

für den Übergang

i.V.