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Wanderer replied

8 July 2012, 11:10
Originally posted by trumpet View Post

worried if I don't get through the background check whether I'll still have to pay the umbrella company's fees.

Most of them seem to be pretty on the ball and can get you setup pretty quickly but it's probably worth talking to one now. If you do a search then you may find some helpful people from umbrella companies that post useful information here.

The fees aren't that high, but make sure you get one that you only pay a fee while you are working! Also make sure it's a flat fee not a percentage of your income and also make sure it's a proper PAYE setup rather than one of these "schemes" involving off shore companies, loans, trusts or anything like that.
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DaveB replied

6 July 2012, 14:10
Originally posted by trumpet View Post

Hi all,

I'm new here. Just looking for some tips and info.

I've been offered a central government contract role due to start in a week. Provided I get through their strict background checking system all will be well.

Just trying to figure out the best umbrella to use but worried if I don't get through the background check whether I'll still have to pay the umbrella company's fees.

Where is Lisa when you need her

This has been discussed endlessly on here. Since the site search function is crap it's esier to use google.

Try this one.

recommended umbrella companies site:forums.contractoruk.com - Google Search
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oscarose replied

6 July 2012, 14:07
Originally posted by trumpet View Post

Hi all,

I'm new here. Just looking for some tips and info.

I've been offered a central government contract role due to start in a week. Provided I get through their strict background checking system all will be well.

Just trying to figure out the best umbrella to use but worried if I don't get through the background check whether I'll still have to pay the umbrella company's fees.

Don't worry yourself; generally the umbrella takes a weekly or monthly admin fee depending on your payment frequency.

Good luck.
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trumpet started a topic Hello everyone

6 July 2012, 13:56
Hello everyone

Hi all,

I'm new here. Just looking for some tips and info.

I've been offered a central government contract role due to start in a week. Provided I get through their strict background checking system all will be well.

Just trying to figure out the best umbrella to use but worried if I don't get through the background check whether I'll still have to pay the umbrella company's fees.
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