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Whether you’re new to contracting, or you have bags of experience, we know you’ll want to make the most of your career. And who can blame you? To help, we’ve put together these handy guides to help you with everything you need to know.
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PAYE vs Limited Company
Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) for Umbrella Company Employees
Why FCSA Accreditation Matters When Choosing an Umbrella Company
Learn more about FCSA accreditation, how to become FCSA accredited, and the standards that all members must adhere to.
Umbrella Company Payslips Explained
We've taken a closer look at the deductions you can expect to see on your umbrella company payslip.
What is CIS?
What is the CIS? Our helpful guide contains everything you need to know about the Construction Industry Scheme.
The Difference Between Tax Avoidance and Tax Evasion
Confused between avoidance and evasion when it comes to tax? We define both practices in our our simple summary.
IR35 FAQs for Recruiters
Have you got any questions surrounding the IR35 reforms to the private sector? We've answered your most frequently asked questions in our guide.
IR35: What is a Statement of Work?
The Statement of Work is different to a contract for service in terms of who responsibility lies with.
The Good Work Plan: A Recruiter's Guide
What was announced in The Good Work Plan and what could it mean for you as a recruiter? We've explored some of the changes in our guide.
The Good Work Plan: A Summary of Written Statements
We've taken a look at the changes to written statements ahead and what this could mean.
IR35 Responsibilities for Recruitment Agencies
If you’re a recruiter and you’re wondering how IR35 will affect you and your agency, look no further. We’ve discussed the changes in our guide.
The Good Work Plan: The Right to Request a Stable Contract
We're taking a detailed look into what the 'right to request a stable contract' could mean for those who currently work in 'unstable' roles.
The Good Work Plan: Holiday Pay Reference Period
From the 6th April 2020, the process of calculating holiday pay will change. We've delved deeper into the topic of holiday pay in our guide.
Good Work Plan Key Points: Single Enforcement Body - Proposed Reg
Learn about the proposed recommendation to extend the remit of The Employment Agency Standards (EAS) Inspectorate to include umbrella companies.
Managed Service Companies: A Recruiter's Guide
Wondering what a Managed Service Company is and how it could impact you? Our guide is here to help.
Key Information Documents: A Recruiter's Guide
What is a Key Information Document and what could it mean for your umbrella employees? We've answered all in our guide.
IR35: What is Control?
Perhaps one of the biggest factors of determining IR35 status is control, but just what is it and how is it defined?
Preparing for the April 2021 IR35 Reforms
Ensure you remain compliant after the IR35 reforms to the private sector, with our handy checklist.
IR35: What is substitution?
What is substitution? Read our recruitment agency guide to understanding personal service and substitution clauses to find out.