Umbrella Company UK

Umbrella Company UK

Independent contracting in the UK isn’t straightforward. You’ve got immigration issues, tax difficulties, and mountains of complex admin work. Even worse, missteps can cost you serious money, or even land you in legal trouble.

Before you consider taking a contract in the UK, you should be aware of what you’re getting into – and how you can make it simpler.

Umbrella Company

Difficulties of contracting in the UK

You need to have an employer sponsor you to secure the appropriate work permit and work visa for the UK.

Also, are you deeply familiar with the intricacies of the tax system in the UK, as well as your own country’s laws on overseas earnings? If so, good on you!

However, if you’re like the rest of us, figuring out (much less reducing) your tax liability in the UK and your home country can seem like full-time work in itself.

How Umbrella Companies in the UK work

Most freelance workers aren’t mystical superheroes who successfully tackle these issues all on their own. Some companies specialise in helping workers make the most out of their contracts.

They’re called Umbrella Companies(or, contractor management companies).

How do umbrella companies work?

An Umbrella Company acts as your full-time employer, even though you maintain your independence as a contractor. They collect and filter payments from your clients, filtering out the necessary social security and fees. You send them your timesheets, and they send you payments.  

Taxation

Even better, most are experts in UK and expat tax law, meaning they’ll also help you optimise your earnings.

Although the Umbrella Company is technically your “employer,” you’re essentially freeing yourself to work even more independently. You still dictate your contracts, your hours, and your schedule. The Umbrella Company simply filters out the time-consuming admin allowing you to focus on your new contract.

How we help with Umbrella Companies in the UK

There’s a huge variety of Umbrella Companies out there; they all have different specialities and advantages. How do you find the right one for your circumstances?

We work closely with Umbrella Companies throughout the UK and match contractors with the right company for them. If you’ve already secured a contract in the UK, we can help you find your best match (for free). Or, we can simply give you feedback on your situation (for free).

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