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If you’re a contractor looking for a professional, reputable payroll provider that makes your contracting life easy, Mortimer Childe is the perfect option for you. Our market leading PAYE umbrella service gives contractors the independence of being an interim professional whilst enjoying all the benefits of being an employee. You will also have the added benefit of making your money go further by using our on-line employee discount platform (which is hugely popular with our contractor workforce).

Our contractors receive the highest standards of service from a dedicated team who handle all aspects of their contractual administration, making their contracting life as easy as possible. By operating multiple pay runs each day, we make sure payments are made quickly and accurately. We place customer service and operational compliance at the heart of everything we do. After all, it’s these qualities that really make the real difference when identifying the right umbrella company for you.

Award-winning FCSA-Accredited & Professional Passport-Approved Payroll Company: Umbrella, PAYE, CIS & Limited Company.

Payroll, compliance and onboarding for agencies, MSP's and end hirers, with unique financial wellbeing tools for workers.

Delivered via innovative software that fits seamlessly around your operation; brand your own user experience and configure your onboarding processes.

Compliant and efficient umbrella company with extensive experience within the construction industry

Your trusted partner, experts in Legislation, Contracts, Insurances and Payroll. Honesty and transparency are at the heart of our operations and with over 25 years experience in contractor engagement, we get it. We offer a tailored and consultative approach to our workers, agencies and end clients and we'll be your first point of contact for any advice or guidance you need.

SG Umbrella is run by experienced contractor accountants, designed for contractors and backed by the UKs leading contractor compliance body, the FCSA. Rest assured that you’re getting the best advice and the best service:

SUPER FAST PAYMENTS Once your client or agency has paid us we turn the payments around without delay – so you get your money as quickly as possible

TRULY ALL INCLUSIVE PRICING There are no hidden costs…everything you need is included in your monthly or weekly fee

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE Our team are the very best in the industry with years of contractor accountancy and taxation experience. Their qualifications include ICAEW, ACCA, AAT, ATT and CTA and your fee entitles you to unlimited advice and support, including with IR35 and tax planning

GROW AND FLEX WITH US Set up a Limited company with SG Accounting and switch between the two if needed due to IR35. Just ask which set-up would be best for you.

REAL PEOPLE EVERY TIME You speak directly to a real person when you call or email us. No call centre or “press button 1 for this and button 2 for that” service

NO MINIMUM CONTRACT We are so sure you’ll love our service we don’t have a minimum commitment. Fees are deducted from your pay so there are no up-front costs

COMPLIANCE AS STANDARD We’re FCSA Accredited, assuring the highest standards of compliance. As contractor experts, we can advise you on IR35 and Tax matters too

WELL KNOWN AND ESTABLISHED We have been established for more than 20 years dealing specifically with contractors, consultants and freelancers.

Fruition Outsourcing Ltd is a business founded on the values of honesty, integrity and professionalism. We protect both our client and contractors by operating straight-forward, safe and compliant business practices. We have experience and understanding of the challenges of working in the health and social care sector, as well IT and education.

Contractors:

We don’t commoditise customer service - rather we treat our contractors like individuals and help them get the best experience through our friendly, personal service.

Whether new to contracting or a seasoned professional, we’re confident that working with Fruition Outsourcing will prove to be reliable, safe and rewarding.

Standard features of Fruition Outsourcing services include:

Straightforward online sign-up process, including illustrative payslip Access to helpful advice around pay, engagement and contracting Online portal for accessing payslip & SMS notification of payment Competitive Umbrella margin Competitive contractor referral scheme £10M comprehensive Insurance package Membership of accredited body Central London location, available for contractor visits if preferred.

Why Core?

We put you first! We have a team of experts here to ensure you have all the support you may want or need through every process. We work hard to ensure our reputation is second to none and you can rest assured that compliance, efficiency, and professionalism are key values we uphold here at Core. We are an accredited member of Professional Passport and a tier one founding member of trade association body Prism.

Lauren Baker also sits on the executive board of Prism as their Payroll Intermediary Representative, meaning we are always ahead of the curve when it comes to legislation changes. We work with thousands of contractors in both the Public and Private Sectors and are specialists in IR35, allowing you to safely navigate this legislation and get on with what you do best, your contracting work. We would welcome a call; Matt and the team would be delighted to hear from you on 0800 211 8121. You’ll receive:

• Dedicated Relationship manager

• Set up (paperless) in as little as 24 hours with no exit fee

• Online portal for payslips and document viewing

• IR35 assessments

• Weekly, Bi-Weekly or Monthly payroll services

• Insurance cover, Professional Indemnity up to £5 million, Employers Liability up to £10 million, Public Liability up to £10 million

• Workplace pension via NOW or Salary Sacrifice

• Full statutory employment rights

InvictaPay offers a reliable and professional payroll practice. Our driven and knowledgeable approach means we are the best people to handle your payroll, allowing you the freedom to flourish and do what you do best.

With over 20 years of experience, Parasol has grown from providing umbrella payroll services to offering comprehensive employment and payroll solutions. During this time, we’ve supported more than 250,000 professionals and partnered with over 3,000 recruitment agencies and end clients.

We understand the critical priorities for your candidates, clients, and agency: exceptional support, on-time payments, and full compliance with HMRC regulations. These are at the heart of everything we do and are reflected in the loyalty of professionals who choose us year after year, as well as our long-standing partnerships with some of the most recognised names in recruitment. As a founding member of the FCSA and a company created by a contractor for contractors, Parasol makes getting paid simple for the agile workforce. Since our launch in 2000, our goal has been to empower contractors to maximise their careers by offering complete peace of mind through accurate, compliant, and reliable payroll services.

Speedy Onboarding

Getting started is simple. Agencies provide basic details and terms; contractors complete a quick Right to Work check via Trust ID (just three minutes). We handle all paperwork and contracts for a smooth process.

Compliance-First

As an FCSA founding member, we set the gold standard in UK tax, employment, and regulatory compliance—giving agencies and contractors complete peace of mind.

Security & Stability

We safeguard your data with Cyber Essentials Plus certification and maintain strong financial stability to ensure uninterrupted payroll services.

Trusted Guidance

Our expert teams offer tailored support, onboarding assistance, and training workshops—the largest agency and employee support network in the sector.