Working with an Umbrella Company

Pay made simple.

What exactly is umbrella?

An umbrella company employs contractors working on temporary assignments or contracts. Joining a compliant umbrella company gives you the chance to enjoy increased flexibility, while taking advantage of the rights and benefits a permanent employee would typically receive.

And the benefits
of umbrella?

For most contractors, an umbrella company is the easiest way to get paid. Once you've accepted an assignment, you may be asked to choose an umbrella company.

An umbrella company is an efficient way to get you paid correctly and compliantly. You will become employed (similar to a traditional employee) which means your NI, tax and other deductions are paid correctly and on time. Keeping you on the right side of HMRC.

But that’s not all.

You’ll get all the statutory benefits associated with traditional employment, and a continuous employment record.

So, you'll get the peace of mind you need with mortgage applications, loans and other financial commitments. Even if you work on several assignments at once - or one after the other - as long as you work through the same umbrella company.

For most contractors, an umbrella company is the easiest way to get paid. Once you've accepted an assignment, you may be asked to choose an umbrella company.

An umbrella company is an efficient way to get you paid correctly and compliantly. You will become employed (similar to a traditional employee) which means your NI, tax and other deductions are paid correctly and on time. Keeping you on the right side of HMRC.

But that’s not all.

Workplace
freedom

Choose when, where and how you work. Get the flexibility and autonomy that comes with being a contractor.

Choose when, where and how you work.

Employee
benefits

All the statutory benefits of a traditional employee.

All the statutory benefits of a traditional employee. Maternity, paternity and sick pay are all included.

Tax
made simple

Keep on the right side of HMRC.

PAYE and National Insurance deductions made for you. Keep on the right side of HMRC

Continuous
employment

Making it easier to apply for mortgages and loans.

Applying for mortgages and loans is much easier with continuous employment.

We offer two simple solutions giving you the freedom of contracting with the benefits of continuous employment.

Umbrella
Umbrella+

With Umbrella, you can take advantage of the benefits below:

Dedicated
Support Team

You're never on your own. Our team of experts are here to help

Workplace
Pensions

Plan for your future. We can pay into any pension provider of your choice

Employee
holiday pay

Get paid for 28 days a year, not everyone self-employed can say that

£20m
insurance cover

We make sure you're protected from the unexpected

Statutory
payments

Expected or unexpected absences paid. Sick pay, paternity pay, etc

£1,200
savings a year

Huge savings to be made every year with Caroola Rewards

You’ll get everything in Umbrella, plus these exclusive benefits only available to those on Umbrella+:

Employee
assistance

Wellbeing support, including counselling and CBT

Tax return
sorted

Stress-free tax returns with an accredited accountant

Discount
fuel card

Save money when refuelling your car with discounted fuel

£1800
savings a year

Even more savings to be made every year when you choose Umbrella+

24/7
GP helpline

For you, your partner and your children (aged under 18 or aged under 23 if in full-time education)

Personal
accident cover

Provides coverage for work-related and commuting accidents.

We offer two simple solutions giving you the freedom of contracting with the benefits of continuous employment.