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  • Focused

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    We’re Focused – the award-winning umbrella and CIS company for contractors who want prompt and accurate payment every time. Voted Best Umbrella Company (500-1000 clients) at The Contracting Awards, we offer unmatched reliability, quick and easy onboarding, and a genuinely caring approach for total peace of mind.

    From payroll to tax, benefits to pensions, we take care of everything. With Focused, contractors can be confident they’ve got their money, and we’ve got them covered. We keep things simple while truly caring about the wants and needs of our contractors and agency partners.

    Here are just some of the benefits of working with Focused:

    • Salary sacrifice for personal pensions - Helping contractors save for their future whilst also passing on the employer’s NI saving in the form of additional gross pay.

    • Online personal portal – Easy access to payslips and submit timesheets where necessary.

    • Award-winning support – A dedicated helpline for any questions, weekly payment SMS notifications and proactive welcome calls.

    • Free employee rewards scheme – Access to personal accident insurance and exclusive offers and discounts at thousands of high-street brands.

  • Clipper Contracting Group

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    Clipper Contracting Group was established with one thing in mind: to provide the highest levels of service for the provision of payment solutions to temporary workers. Our aim is to make the umbrella payroll experience ‘queryless’ for all of those involved.

    Supporting workers in a range of sectors such as construction, healthcare education, engineering and logistics, Clipper Contracting Group provides a range of employed and self-employed solutions to support the UK’s contingent workforce.

    We work with the best advisors, employ the best people and provide the best experience to ensure to both our workers and recruitment partners that we remain totally compliant and competitive in these ever-changing times.

    Benefits of Clipper Contracting Group:

    Simple, one-click, online registration – our bespoke registration CRM allows workers to complete registration online in a matter of minutes

    Dedicated worker aftercare – from weekly phone calls to email contact, we stay in touch with our workers to ensure their experience is as expected.

    Auto-updates to recruiters – track the status of your worker’s registration process with daily automatic updates by email

    Advance payments – we can assist with advances on late timesheets all the way up to 4pm on a Friday

    Personal accident insurance – as standard for all workers

    Clipper Plus - access to discounted shopping deals and 24/7 online GP services

    Exclusive deals with a range of partners – From discounts on gym memberships to tax returns, we have arranged a number of deals

    Disaster Recovery – we have invested heavily in our systems to ensure we can continue to operate in any situation and guarantee payments to workers

    Recruitment experience – founded by former recruitment professionals, we solely operate in and fully understand the recruitment industry and our service reflects this understanding.

  • Global Challenge Umbrella Services

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    “Providing A Brand And A Service That Everyone Can Trust”

    As former contractors ourselves, we understand the challenges you face and the many pitfalls that you need to avoid that are not always immediately apparent when talking to an Umbrella company.

    Our services remove all your anxiety and stress by providing you with hassle free income payments in line with current legislation, meaning transparent and consistent levels of service, getting things right first time, every time.

  • Contractor Umbrella

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    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).

  • Danbro

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    Here at Danbro, 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. Danbro 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 Danbro 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.

  • Azebra Group

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    Since 2005, AZebra Group have delivered expert payroll solutions to contractors and businesses across multiple sectors. Our specialist services cover Umbrella, PEO - fully outsourced employment and CIS payroll models, designed to meet the needs of both contractors and agencies.

    We take care of everything, from payroll to statutory compliance, so you don’t have to worry about administration. Our dedicated team provides clear communication and reliable support, making it easy to work with us.

    AZebra Group is proudly accredited by the FCSA and SafeRec, demonstrating our commitment to the highest standards of compliance and ethical practice. We also partner with Brabners and Markel Tax, offering expert guidance on complex payroll and employment matters, giving agencies and contractors confidence and peace of mind.

    We also invest in your agency and your contractors with exclusive benefits, including 750+ CPD courses, wellbeing & fitness resources and an interactive performance hub - all completely free!

  • Carrington Umbrella

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    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.

  • ICS Accounting

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    Established in 2002, ICS Accounting has been supporting contractors, freelancers and small business owners across the UK for over 18 years. Our ethos of trust, care and compliance enable you to focus on your job without the task of endless paperwork, ensuring you are operating compliantly.

    The ICS Accounting Umbrella solution provides an employment solution for independent workers, taking the stress out of contracting. ICS Accounting will process your pay either weekly or monthly, paying relevant Tax and NI liabilities to HMRC and the rest to yourself, ensuring you’re paid accurately and on time. As an employee, you will receive full employment rights, including holiday pay and sick pay, cover from our comprehensive insurances and access to our comprehensive employee benefits portal. Through the portal you will find huge discounts on your shopping as well as a wellbeing area providing education, support and tools to be the best version of yourself at home and at work.

  • PayShield

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    Your trusted and compliant partner for your Umbrella PAYE, CIS and outsourced payroll requirements.

    Payshield Umbrella Services offers straightforward, transparent, and compliant outsourced services to recruitment agencies and end hirers

  • Workwell Contractor Solutions

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    As one of the UK’s largest and most trusted Umbrella companies, we combine cutting-edge systems with deep industry expertise to ensure your pay is accurate, reliable, and always on time.

    We’ve been supporting contractors and recruitment agencies since 1989, paying over 10 million people to date. Our commitment to exceptional customer service, compliance and payroll accuracy has earned us consistently excellent Trustpilot reviews making us the trusted choice for contractors across the UK.

    Why Workwell?

    • Fast and easy registration – candidates can email hello@workwellcontractorsolutions.com, call 01923 257 257, or register online Umbrella Company Set Up for Contractors - Workwell Umbrella
    • Perks and discounts – access to a wide range of savings across high street and online retailers, with potential savings of - up to £1,000 per year Rewards - Workwell Contractor Solutions
    • Statutory payments – including sick pay, maternity pay, and paternity pay
    • Full employment rights – considered an employee of Workwell
    • Holiday pay – option to accrue or receive weekly payments; holiday accrual will be clearly shown on payslips
    • Advance payments – same-day payments available where authorised by the agency
    • Real-time compliance – through our partnership with SafeRec, all payslips are monitored and audited in real time to ensure full HMRC compliance