Continuity of employment as an umbrella company employee
If you work via an umbrella, you can benefit from 'continuity of employment' - where you continue to be employed by the umbrella even when a contract ends.
Agency PAYE vs umbrella company payroll – what is the difference?
If you are a contractor working on temporary assignments, there are two common ways in which you will be paid – via agency PAYE or through an umbrella company. Here, we explain the differences.
Umbrella company payslips – what is the Apprenticeship Levy?
If you are an umbrella company employee, you may notice deductions for the Apprenticeship Levy on your payslips. What does this deduction mean?
How many umbrella company workers are there in the UK?
The number of umbrella company workers in the UK has increased substantially over the past 15 years. We reveal the estimated totals from 2008 to 2023.
How does a PAYE umbrella company work?
How does a PAYE umbrella company work in practice? We look at the steps from signing up, to submitting timesheets and getting paid.
Why don’t IT contractors set up as sole traders?
A popular way to run a business in the UK is as a sole trader. So why do IT contractors avoid this route? Why won't recruiters work with sole traders?
IR35 – Confirmation of Arrangements – includes template download
A document confirming the true working arrangement between contractor and client is a useful tool in demonstrating self-employment in the context of IR35.
Umbrella company expenses and the SDC rules – a concise guide
One of the first things umbrella contractors ask is - what can they claim for on expenses? The truth and 'mistruths' about reclaiming contractor expenses.
What recruiters want to see on an IT contractor’s CV
Clients and agents need to recruit people who can join a project and get on with the job from day one. Accordingly, contractors' CVs need to be to-the-point and accessible.
How to compare umbrella companies: 20 things to consider
If you decide to work via an umbrella company, how do you find a reputable and efficient provider? Read these 20 tips to help compare umbrella companies.