We make your
business our priority

As a preferred supplier for some of the UK’s largest recruitment agencies, we have been building strong, scalable solutions across diverse business sectors for more than 20 years.

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100% compliant,
100% flexible

Trusted by over 3,500 contractors at leading organisations.
Secure Umbrella SmartPortal
Our innovative, online portal helps you ditch the paperwork, and access information 24/7 at the click of a button.
Account management
Our dedicated team is always on hand to
look after you, help with referrals, legislation changes, and any support you may need.
Business development
We help you acquire new clients through a compliant B2B joint bid for contract worker business.
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.
Partners & accreditations
We work with high profile, trusted partners who share our high standards and commitment to excellence.
Outstanding customer care
Our expert team ensures your contractors are set up quickly and get the very best ongoing support and benefits, giving you time to place more candidates.
PEO
Learn more about our PEO services
for agencies.
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Onshore
SmartWork is fully onshore, operating out of our central Bristol office. At no stage are any funds processed offshore or is any 3rd party business involved. Our directors and shareholders are all UK residents, and contractor employee income is taxed in the UK under the PAYE regime.

Why partner with SmartWork?

  • Working with 200+ recruitment agencies across the UK
  • FCSA Umbrella accredited member
  • APSCo trusted partner
  • 100% compliant
  • Transparent, affordable payroll for your workers
  • Manage payments and accounts for 3,500+ contractors
  • Employee helpline
  • Innovative online Umbrella SmartPortal for 24/7 access
  • Excellent customer service
OUR SERVICE PROMISE

The ideal choice for recruiters and contractors

Trusted by over 3,500 contractors at leading organisations.
QUICK PROCESSING

Quick & accurate
invoice processing

We offer same-day processing of all timesheets received before midday. Our contractors get their earnings the same day we receive it from the agency or client at no extra cost.

Hassle-free registration

We strive to complete all registrations within 15 minutes and respond to call back requests within 30 minutes.*

*Upon receipt within office hours.
INSTANT SET-UP
SAME DAY PAYMENTS

Minimal admin,
maximum freedom

We process employment contracts the same-day we receive them from the agency or client. Our innovative SmartPortal has been designed to help you make the most of your time and get contractors paid on time, every time.
OUR SERVICE PROMISE

The ideal choice for recruiters and contractors

Trusted by over 3,500 contractors at leading organisations.
QUICK PROCESSING

Quick & accurate
invoice processing

We offer same-day processing of all timesheets received before midday. Our contractors get their earnings the same day we receive it from the agency or client at no extra cost.
INSTANT SET-UP

Hassle-free registration

We strive to complete all registrations within 15 minutes and respond to call back requests within 30 minutes.*

*Upon receipt within office hours.
SAME DAY PAYMENTS

Minimal admin,
maximum freedom

We process employment contracts the same-day we receive them from the agency or client. Our innovative SmartPortal has been designed to help you make the most of your time and get contractors paid on time, every time.

Expertise across different sectors

IT
Engineering
Telecom
Healthcare
Teaching
Banking
& Finance
Business
Services
RELIABLE AND COMPLIANT

Contracting made easy for recruiters

Our extensive knowledge of the contractor market has led us to forge relationships with countless recruitment agencies in multiple sectors. SmartWork is genuinely flexible and professional, having guided contractors from a range of industries, sectors, countries, and backgrounds for over 20 years.

We assist in the recruitment process, making it as streamlined as possible for you — the agency. You get all the benefits of contracting plus the added assurance that all administration is completed in a compliant and timely manner.

You can count on us to look after your contractors.
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Excellent
TrustScore 4.8
SmartWork and their team were professional from the beginning. I changed umbrella companies after a contract, the engagement and setup process was seamless, and all information is on their easy to use portal. I was always paid on time without any issues. As a contractor within IR... Read More
John Baxter
I've had the pleasure of working with Smartwork on a number of assignments as a finance contractor. They are very professional and work efficiently to ensure payroll is processed on time every time. I'm really impressed with the service and wouldn't go anywhere else now that I've... Read More
Nazim Hussain
I joined SmartWork after they were recommended by my agency.
During the time I have been with this company, I have received excellent service, and would recommend them.
Pamela Dayes
I was a complete novice to Umbrella working but the team at SmartWork were very helpful at every stage. Their monthly fee looks a lot better than most Umbrella companies. SmartWork were also very helpful when I left their services (working outside IR35). Highly recommended!
Andy Jarvis
4.9 Stars
I used SmartWork for about 3 years and I only have positive things to say about them. The onboarding was very quick and simple, payroll super efficient, they were great at advising me on various salary / tax / pension variables, extremely responsive to questions. Would recommend ... Read More
David Whippe
I cannot recommend SmartWork enough. Smooth on boarding, superb portals, and when they say something will happen it does. Brilliant account manager appointed to - who really responds to questions promptly ensuring you feel valued and safe. Fantastic experience.
David Moore-Bannon
I am a contractor and used SmartWork for over a year. They have been a fantastic umbrella body - quickly fixing any problems and paying me on time. My agent Neil Kane has been extremely proactive, responsive and helpful. Further the current pension offer by SmartWork is decent. I... Read More
Lara Hayes
I received a great service from SmartWork I have used several other umbrella companies in the past and these guys are definitely top of my list should I need their services again. Very friendly prompt payments and excellent communication.
Stuart Senior

I’ve been using the company since November 2018 because I found them to be honest and straightforward about how much I would be paid – which is more than can be said about certain businesses in the ‘umbrella’ world. Smartwork gets back to you quickly on queries and is friendly and polite. I’d use them again on other contracts.”

Content and Creative Hub Manager

I’m happy to recommend SmartWork as an umbrella company. The payroll setup procedure is slick and simple, the portal is easy to use and any emails are answered swiftly and courteously. Their fees are amongst the most competitive around. Excellent service all round.”

Business Analyst