SmartWork is the
perfect choice for
contractors

Our umbrella service is simple to set up and even easier
to use. Let your dedicated business manager support
you in your contracting career.

 

Maximise your take home pay

We guarantee same-day payments and maximum savings.
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Maximise your take home pay

We guarantee same-day payments and maximum savings.
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YOUR ESTIMATED INCOME

We guarantee same-day payments and maximum savings.
£
per week
£
per month
The calculations are for illustration purposes only and are based on a series of assumptions.

Affordable Margins for outstanding service

COMPANY

WEEKLY

MONTHLY

SmartWork

£ 20

£ 80

Parasol

£ 27.50

£ 119.50

Brookson One

£ 25

£ 100

Our outstanding FCSA & APSCo approved service has fully transparent margins and is typically 20% lower than our competitors.

New to Contracting?

Find answers to your questions by browsing the Frequently Asked Questions section of our website.
FAQs

Why choose
SmartWork

Dedicated business managers
We take the time to understand you and your role to ensure there is always someone to guide you through your freelancing career.
Same day payments
Get your money the same day we receive it from your agency, at no additional cost.
Secure SmartPortal
With our SmartPortal, you can view all your payslips, submit timesheets, access all your previous earnings or holiday records, and change any details.
100% compliant & accredited
We are accredited by FCSA and APSCo, meeting the highest industry standards, including full compliance with HMRC and IR35.
Helpline to support your career
Call our helpline or your designated business manager five days a week to get answers to your questions.
Instant set-up
SmartWork can have you set up in 15 minutes. We can process your application over the phone or you can click Join Now.
Cost-effective service
At just £20 per week or £80 per month, with no set-up or exit fees, and zero hidden charges, SmartWork is one of the most cost effective umbrella companies in the UK.
Standard insurance
You automatically receive insurance cover including £10m Public Liability, £10m Employer’s Liability, £10m Products Liability, £5m Professional Indemnity and £2m Medical Malpractice.
Call SmartWork today on 0800 434 6446

Services designed for flexible working

With our umbrella service, we can help you
strike the right balance between your work and your take-home pay.

TAKE-HOME CALCULATOR

Enter your contract rate and pay frequency and get a downloadable illustration of your pay after deductions.

KNOWLEDGE BASE

Is this your first time looking at the umbrella option? Browse our guides and articles to find answers to your questions.

SEE WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT US

Take a look at how other contractors love our personal service approach to providing an umbrella service.

I’ve been with SmartWork for the last two years and they have been brilliant, they never missed a beat and have been friendly and helpful. I’ve always been paid on time, and the portal is super-easy to use to access all my information – really good.”

Programme Office Support

I have used SmartWork services for many years and always found them helpful and knowledgeable. After using my own limited company previously, the headache of ensuring the correct tax and national insurance became a breeze once I switched. I would highly recommend them.”

Software Developer