Why Parasol?

Who we are

Parasol is an umbrella company. We make getting paid easy for the agile workforce. We guarantee accurate and compliant payments, manage taxes and deductions and deliver statutory benefits akin to traditional employment.

Our Guiding Principles set us apart. 

We started out in 2000 with the goal of helping you make the most out of your career, giving you complete peace of mind when it comes to getting paid. After more than twenty years, we’ve helped over 100,000 happy contractors and worked with over 3,000 recruitment agencies (and counting). We know giving you fantastic support, getting paid on time and staying on the right side of HMRC is what you care about.

Compliant.  

Secure.

Trusted.

Compliant.  

  Secure.  

  Trusted.

Gold standard protection with Parasol. As a founding member of the FCSA, we put compliance at the heart of everything we do. Be safe in the knowledge your tax will be paid correctly and on time, keeping you on the right side of HMRC.

With Cyber Essentials PLUS, your data is protected by the best-in-class security safeguards. Developed and operated by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), it is one of the best steps we can take to secure your data.

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Why choose Parasol?

For most contractors, an umbrella company is the easiest way to get paid. Your tax and other deductions will be taken automatically from your pay, keeping you on the right side of HMRC. So what makes Parasol stand out from the crowd? Our goal is to help you get the most out of your pay packet, quickly and compliantly. Here are just some of the benefits of trusting us as your umbrella payroll provider.

Holiday pay
taken care of

At Parasol, our name says it all. We provide 28 paid holidays annually, a rare benefit for self-employed individuals. Count on us for a better work-life balance.

Pension
contribution

We make an employer's contribution to any private pension provider. Working like a salary sacrifice scheme, we also pass on Employers NI savings to you, increasing your contribution.

Save thousands
with rewards

In-store discounts from your favourite retailers, 2,000+ online offers, free competitions, win £1,000 monthly with Lotto, and trade items/find bargains on My MarketPlace.

Expert
support

Providing the best possible support is important to us. Offering all tiers of contractor & limited company support we’re with you through every step of your career.

Same day
payroll guarantee

We are committed to making sure you get paid on time. As long as we have the necessary information, we guarantee to pay you on the same day, so you don't have to worry when your next pay is coming in.

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Benefits
of regular employment

You will receive the same employee benefits, including maternity, paternity & sick pay. This means you get the freedom of being self-employed, with the advantages of working for a company.

How it works

1

Joining

You become an employee of Parasol, maintaining flexibility for assignments.
2

Working

You complete assignments, submit timesheets, and we handle expenses and payment.
3

Payment

We calculate your pay, deduct taxes, and ensure legal compliance, providing you with regular pay and benefits.

Let's talk!

Interested in finding out more? Speak with our expert Sales Team to see how we can work together.

Here's how you can get in touch...

01925 645 265
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