Starting Up
Making the move to contracting should be an exciting time. In this section there are a a number of guides helpful guides to help you, when you are considering making the move.
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A Graduate’s Guide to Becoming a Contractor
With the rise of technology and the shift away from traditional full-time office jobs, many graduates may seek the more flexible working schedule of a contractor. Contracting is a great way to get work straight out of university and will help you gain experience. Let’s take a look at how contracting works.
Read MOREUmbrella Companies Explained UK
Umbrella companies are an increasingly popular choice for contractors in the UK. The experts at Contractor Umbrella explain what they are and who benefits.
Read MOREUmbrella Company Expenses: A Guide
Every umbrella company is required to offer their contractors support in finding their next contract, so we have put together a list of tips for contracting job seekers.
Read MOREWhat is the Apprenticeship Levy and why does it appear in my pay calculation?
The Apprenticeship Levy was introduced by the government in April 2017 and is designed to fund apprenticeship schemes – which allow employers to recoup some costs of providing training to apprentices – across the UK.
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What is an overarching contract of employment and why do I need one?
Any contractor employed through an umbrella company will sign an overarching contract of employment. In essence, this means that the contractor becomes a permanent employee of the umbrella company – it provides continuity of employment during and between different contracts.
Read MOREUmbrella Company Insurance
£5 million Professional Indemnity Insurance £10 million Employers Liability Insurance £5 million Public Liability Insurance Insurance certificates will be provided to your agency, along with our company details, before you start any assignment. Please note our Professional Indemnity policy does not cover workers in the following trades: Actuaries/Independant Financial Advisors The avionics/aviation industry where the Read More…
£5 million Professional Indemnity Insurance £10 million Employers Liability Insurance £5 million Public Liability Insurance Insurance certificates will be provided to your agency, along with our company details, before you start any assignment. Please note our Professional Indemnity policy does not cover workers in the following trades: Actuaries/Independant Financial Advisors The avionics/aviation industry where the
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