With today’s modern way of working, the age-old notion of a ‘job for life’ is no longer applicable.
UK professionals are becoming increasingly likely to switch roles after a few years, in an attempt to further their careers. While some are content with moving from permanent job to permanent job, others will seek to take more control of their lives and turn to contracting instead – and who can blame them?
But what’s the difference between these employment options? We’ve outlined a few important distinctions.
| Traditional employee | Umbrella employee | |
|---|---|---|
| Wealth of new opportunities | Yes | Yes |
| Employment rights and benefits | Yes | Yes |
| Claim legitimate business costs and expenses | No | Yes |
| Work for lots of different clients | No | Yes |
| Enhanced work life balance | No | Yes |
| Further your career to become self-employed | No | Yes |
Want to know more?
We hope this has highlighted the benefits a contracting career can bring. If you’re interested in making the leap, Parasol is here to help.
As one of the UK’s largest and longest-established providers, we’d like to think we know a thing or three about contracting. We’ve already helped thousands of professionals enjoy their new lives as contractors – so why not join them?
If you’d like some more information about the different options available, our team of specialists is here to help. They’ll guide you through the choices and provide impartial advice based on your own circumstances. Simply request a callback and we will be in touch to discuss your options.
