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Change to Contract
Contractors will be in the centre of a number of different contracts.
There are contracts involving yourself as a contractor, your umbrella company, your recruitment agency and your client.
If you have any questions about this sometimes confusing area - just ask!
Employers NI
A common question amongst contractors centres around Employer's NI, and whether or not it is the contractor who pays this tax. The answer to this is "No, contractors do not pay Employer's NI".
Why then is there so much confusion surrounding this tax, and why do some umbrella companies tell their contractors they do pay this tax?
Net Salary Tax Codes and Net Pay
As a contractor working through an umbrella company, you will be paid a net salary.
Your umbrella company is responsible for calculationg your income tax and National Insurance Contribution(s).
If you think your net salary is wrong, and your umbrella company haven't explained to you the calculations, you can ask one of Contractor Supermarket's experts.
Recruitment Agency
Recruitment agencies are a vital part of a contractors professional life.
Contractors should make every effort to really get on with their recruitment agent(s).
If you have any questions, concerns or queries about recruitment agencies or recruitment agents you can get an answer right here, right now!
Umbrella Company Expenses
Contractors can off-set legitimate business expenses against their tax bill.
Umbrella company expenses can be confusing, so if you have any doubts or queries please ask! It's better to be safe than sorry.
Umbrella Company Legislation
Umbrella company legislation can be a minefield for any contractor.
Ideally, your umbrella company will be clued up enough to answer any questions you may have.
If you are unsure or have a question about umbrella company legislation, Contractor Supermarket can help. All you need to do is ask!