What can you expect from us?

As an ELT umbrella employee, you will have the flexibility to work in a variety of job roles, businesses and industries, all under one supportive employment infrastructure.


A fast and efficient payroll and payment process

  • Same-day processing of timesheets
  • Reimbursed approved business expenses
  • Next-day payroll and expense claim processing
  • Faster Pay and BACS payments
  • Email Pay statements and SMS Messaging
  • Salary advances ( subject to conditions )



Help to understand your pay

  • Pay queries are handled promptly and by friendly, knowledgeable payroll staff.
  • Pay additions and deductions are clearly presented on your pay statement and staff are on hand to give explanations if needed.
  • Assistance is given in understanding your tax code and national insurance contributions.
  • Access to our End of Year Self-Assessment Tax Return Service via ELT Accounting.



An efficient and trouble-free on-boarding and contract process

  • We help you understand the terms of each of your assignments, pay rates and we share valuable information on the contractor and freelance market.
  • We liaise with you and the recruitment agency and/or end client to ensure a smooth contract signing process.



An easy to use online portal

  • Simple project based timesheet entry process through 'The Vault'.
  • Uncomplicated expense claim entry process and status updates
  • Pay updates and messaging service.
  • Download pay history and other documents.



Comprehensive Insurance cover

  • Employers and Public Liability Insurance
  • Professional Indemnity Insurance
  • Optional cover such as worldwide travel insurance



Statutory Entitlements

  • Auto-enrolment to our company pension scheme, provided by a leading pension provider
  • Maternity pay
  • Paternity pay
  • Statutory sick pay
 

How much does it cost?
  • There is no fee.
  • Umbrella companies retain a small contribution from the amount invoiced to the recruitment agency. This is known as “the margin”.
  • Our Margin is £19.50 per week or £70 a month depending on your payment cycle.
  • What does the margin cover?
The margin covers all the back office, contract administration, HR and payroll support associated with your assignments. This includes comprehensive insurance cover, a fully compliant UK PAYE payroll solution, company pension and many other employee benefits. There are no hidden costs or charges and there are no setup or closing down fees.