Freelance Contractors

Before you make any decisions on the way you want to work, you must consider your employment status carefully and ensure you are in a suitable position to establish yourself as a Freelance Contractor.

While there are significant benefits to contracting, there are also risks and responsibilities involved, and forward planning is essential for sustained success.  There is significantly more support and guidance available by using a variety of resources, from online guides to accountants and recruitment agencies , enabling you to make an informed opinion on all the options available to you.

Budgeting and prudent financial management are important and ensuring that you are compliant is a crucial requirement - you will also need a clear understanding of contractor tax legislation so you can manage your affairs and mitigate the risks you may face.

The benefits of being a freelance Contractor include the flexibility of working patterns and personal control, not forgetting the potential increased pay and tax planning opportunities.  Most Contractors can earn significantly more from contract fees when compared to an equivalent permanent or salaried role.  Have a look at our contractor calculators  to find workout potential earnings

There are a number of ways of contracting your services when you start working as a freelancer:

• Limited Company - Find out more about Limited Companies
• Sole Trader - Find out more about Sole Trader
• Umbrella Company - Find out what an Umbrella Company is
• Agency PAYE - Find out more about Agency PAYE Schemes

One you have decided on how you want to contract your service, we have a few interesting articles on job interview techniques as well How to Write a Perfect CV.

Here are some other articles you may find helpful as a contractor:

• Agency PAYE Schemes
• Job Interview Techniques
• How to avoid headaches when meeting deadlines
• Balancing work and family life
• Staying Motivated at Work
• How to eliminate distractions and become more productive at work
• Cooling down Tensions between Permies and Contractors
• Getting on with Your Co-workers
• Master the Art of Giving Presentations
• Negotiating Rates as a Contractor
• Dealing with Recruitment Agents
• Interview Questions and Techniques
• Types of Interview
• A Contractor’s Guide on How to Write a Perfect CV
• Becoming a Successful Contractor
• A Networking Guide for Contractors
• Kick start your contracting career
• New to Contracting