How to give your IT contractor LinkedIn profile a boost
Almost all recruitment agencies use LinkedIn as a sourcing tool, and many IT contractors cite it as one of their top three sources of leads.
Security clearance guide for IT contractors – what you need to know in 2025
Why security clearance is needed, how to obtain it, the different levels, typical timeframes, and practical considerations for IT contractors.
Contractor vs freelancer – which one are you (and why It matters)?
Freelancer or contractor? Learn the key differences in structure, tax, and IR35 – and which model suits your work style best.
Contract renewals – Should you ask for a contract rate increase?
Once you have been in a contract for a while, you may be offered an extension. How to tell if this is a good time to negotiate a contract rate increase.
What are the pros and cons of IT contracting?
We look at the main positive and negative aspects of being an IT contractor, from the greater freedoms it brings, to the lack of security you might feel.
Key Information Document (KID) – guide for umbrella contractors
All umbrella workers should receive a Key Information Document (KID) from their recruitment agency before starting a new contract.
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.
Become an IT contractor – 10 things you need to know
If you want to become and IT contractor, here are some expert tips to help you get started. Updated for 2025.
Stagnant job market and IR35 remain key concerns for contractors
New research from a leading contractor accountancy firm shows that IR35 remains a critical concern for contractors, alongside securing new contract work in a difficult jobs market. The latest Contractor…
A guide to negotiating rates – before a new contract and at renewal
We look at the steps you need to take before a new contract rate negotiation and at the extension renewal stage - with very useful advice from a recruiter.