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ADVANCE provides world-class service and works in partnership with recruitment businesses and their candidates, adding value throughout the contracting supply chain. ADVANCE continuously invests in its infrastructure and people to ensure every part of the contracting journey for both candidate & recruiter is efficient, simple, and reliable. Whether you’re a contractor looking for support or a recruitment professional who wants the very best for your candidates, ADVANCE has the solution.

Quick and simple telephone or mobile app registration. Same day payments with extended hours payroll. Instant updates via our mobile app making payroll transparent - Invoices, payments, and payslips can be accessed anytime, anywhere. Unbeatable service with extended opening hours and available LiveChat. PayePass and Professional Passport accredited providing the whole supply chain confidence with payroll standards. Access to a range of discounts from high street stores and retail brands such; Tesco, Expedia, Jet2 and many more.

TJW Contract Solutions offer both Umbrella and CIS payroll services to contractors and agencies alike. We take pride in offering a personal level of service thar guides you through the entire process, from start to finish. Our friendly, professional team is always available to ensure that you are paid accurately and on time, every time. We're here to make payroll simple, compliant and stress free.

So call us today, we would love to assist you.

NWM has industry heritage, being at the forefront of the Umbrella Payroll industry for 27 years with over £1bn in wages successfully paid to date and achieving No.32 in the UK Fast-Track 100. Our senior management have worked at NWM for two decades.

NWM is a trusted partner dedicated to providing outstanding payroll services tailored to the unique requirements of contractors across the UK. We are approved on the major MSP platforms such as Datum, Vistry, Pretium and HAYS.

Our FCSA accreditation (Umbrella, Self Employed/CIS) underpins our professionalism, passion, and stability. Every client receives the highest quality service they deserve.

Graham William’s our Chairman and owner is also a Council Member for the FCSA.

NWM have been certified ISO9001 since 2012. This validates our longstanding and ongoing commitment year after year, to the quality and standards we aim to achieve as a business.

With nearly 450 Google reviews rated at 4.7 our reputation among contractors and agency partners speaks volumes about our commitment to delivering outstanding service.

NWM are Cyber Essentials Certified supporting our customers in an ever-challenging digital world. This is another pillar of our business philosophy.

Value for money is central to our offering. Contractors regularly mention the cost of living. We understand they seek excellent service, but also fair, transparent pricing. NWM provides competitive rates combined with comprehensive support, ensuring clients receive maximum value. Transparent communication and straightforward margin structures mean contractors know exactly what they will be paid and can trust there are no hidden costs.

NWM process daily payroll with Thursday being our main schedule. This ensures contractors receive their wages on time and without hassle. This reliable Thursday payment helps agencies maintain smooth operations, and contractors can plan their finances and travel with confidence.

NWM stand out for our strong commitment to customer service. We believe every contractor is more than just a number, they are valued partners in our community. To demonstrate this, we call every contractor shortly after their first pay from NWM. This personal touch allows us to understand their individual circumstances, answer any questions, and ensure they feel supported from the outset. This proactive approach helps to build trust and confidence.

Our commitment to support and educate adds significant value. We have recently launched Recruitment Industry Specific training for Consultants through to Management level. We also update clients on legislative changes, industry best practices, new opportunities through newsletters, webinars, and one-to-one consultations.

NWM possess a deep understanding of the recruitment landscape. Our directors were previously highly accomplished recruiters in their own rights, we know exactly what is required from a recruiter’s perspective and have transferred this knowledge into our customer service. We have navigated through numerous industry changes and regulatory updates, enabling us to offer informed advice and tailored solutions. Our expertise allows us to anticipate the needs of our clients and contractors, providing proactive support that sets us apart from competitors.

Here at Trafalgar, we’re passionate about people; putting contractors like you at the heart of what we do. Having started life as a small, family-run firm with a handful of clients, we now provide specialist financial, payroll, accounting and employment to thousands of contractors and self-employed people across the UK. Trafalgar is a name you can trust, as our reviews and accreditations attest. Our umbrella employment solution is designed with you in mind. We’ll do everything we can to reduce your administrative burden and make sure you have the support you need for your contracting career. Our experienced team pay thousands of contractors every single week, so you can rest assured you’ll get paid in full and on time, every time. Join today and combine all the benefits of permanent employment with the freedom of running your own business.

You'll receive:

• Business Insurance
• Private medical care
• Private workplace pension
• Full statutory employment rights
• Dedicated HR support
• Access to exclusive Trafalgar Rewards

Likewise, our contractor accountancy plans include access to award-winning software, as well as:

• Personal & corporate tax returns
• Accounts preparation & submission
• Quarterly VAT returns
• Business Insurance
• Payroll administration
• Long-term tax planning & financial health checks

Our fees are fixed and, what’s more, you’ll also be assigned your very own Personal Accountant because, to us, accountancy is about more than just number crunching. It’s about developing great relationships, overcoming obstacles, providing tangible solutions, and enabling people to achieve their potential.

Winner of ‘Best Umbrella Company’ at The Contracting Awards 2019 and 2022 finalists. Contractor Umbrella was established in 2001, as one of the most trusted, longest standing umbrella companies in the UK, we ‘guarantee’ our employees peace of mind, absolute compliance and complete security.

• You can chat with us by phone, email or via our Livechat.
• Fully accredited by FCSA, so you can rest assured that you are working with a compliant business.
• New contractors can register online in just a few minutes.
• You will have your very own dedicated Contract Manager.
• Make tax and NI savings by contributing a portion of your earnings into our company pension or your personal pension fund/SIPP. • Same day payments offered as standard, every working day.
• Fixed margin rate and we only deduct our margin when we are paying you.
• We offer a Service Guarantee to ensure that you will be looked after at every step of the way.
• Contractor Umbrella offer an employee rewards scheme which includes a fuel discount card, foreign currency exchange, contractor accommodation, contractor mortgages and much more.
• Included is a comprehensive £20m insurance package.
• Contractor Umbrella employees are entitled to 5.6 weeks of holiday each year.
• Flexible limited company accountancy - when you sign up to our sister company Dolan Accountancy’s monthly accountancy package (£105 + vat).

MainPay is a leading provider of services to agency workers across the UK. We pride ourselves on our outstanding service, our people and bespoke systems.

Why should you choose Carrington? Because Carrington cares.

We are not sales driven; we are people driven. In our 20 years of Umbrella service our contractor base has grown largely through personal recommendation as well as a bedrock of contractors who just keep returning for our quality service, and we are therefore without a sales team or a sales pitch. We are committed to transparent, prompt and communicative service. There are no hidden charges; there is support with the complexities of the thorny issues such as holiday pay and expenses. Our company values, objectives and philosophy are a direct reflection of the kind of service culture we want to inspire where everyone involved is driven to create a world-class next-generation workforce. Our service has been shaped to our valuable flexible workforce and we aim to provide unrivalled customer care throughout their employment with us. Simply put we strive to be the best and offer the greatest value to our contractors.

Clarity Umbrella is an award winning, UK based PAYE Umbrella Company built with personal customer service and compliance at its core, we promise no-one will ever become “just a number” and we will never knowingly let anyone down! At the end of the day, we handle your finances, so we know how important umbrella employment is to everyone involved in the supply chain.

We ensure great communication to contractors, agencies and end-clients alike and with business foundations built on transparency and honesty, you will always know exactly what you’ll be getting, with no nasty surprises! Compliance is also top of our priorities, so working via Clarity, we make sure that you sleep easily at night, with no worries that HMRC will come knocking.

And you don’t have to take our word for it, as winner of “Best Umbrella Company” at The Contracting Awards 3 years in a row, we like to think that this speaks volumes!