The gig economy, “a way of working that is based on people having temporary jobs or doing separate pieces of work, each paid separately, rather than working for an employer” (Cambridge Dictionary), has been with us since around 2009 and has revolutionised how many of...
HMRC has recently issued new guidance for recruiters who work with umbrella companies to protect their businesses and their contractors from non-compliant companies. The guidance covers how recruiters can stay within the law, support their contractors and reduce their own risk, and one common theme...
The latest UK employment figures (to August 2023) show that vacancies and employment fell while there was an increase in real pay, despite high inflation. In these challenging times recruiters must find new ways to improve the bottom line. One effective way of making sure...
Staying compliant when dealing with umbrella companies is one of the most pressing issues facing recruitment professionals today. With hard-working recruiters already dealing with multiple examples of legislation regarding their own professional conduct and standards, ensuring compliance when dealing with umbrella companies can add an...
Umbrella companies have been with us for around 20 years, and in that time they’ve helped millions of contractors, and thousands of recruitment agencies and end-clients get on with the business of work. Despite most people knowing what an umbrella company is and does, there...
Onboarding is a vital part of the recruitment process – improving retention, reducing turnover, and creating better business outcomes. Here we look at how recruiters can partner with an umbrella company to integrate seamless onboarding for the benefit of their agencies, their end-clients and their...
Good relationships are the foundation of business, helping them to thrive more effectively in an atmosphere of encouragement and support. So, it’s vital to get things right. Here we look at how you, as an end client or a recruitment agent, can foster a good...
As a recruiter you’ll understand the importance of building business relationships that last. One of the most important elements in these partnerships is trust, especially when it comes to other people’s money. When you partner with an umbrella company, it’s your responsibility to ensure that...
