Welcome to Flying Umbrella

Payroll services for
professional contractors 
Faster Payments Over 20 Years of Experience HMRC Compliant Same Day Setup

About us


Our aim is to provide a prompt and efficient payroll service that allows you the contractor to focus on your contract, while we deal with your taxes, expenses, work place pension, holiday pay, sick pay and all other PAYE related issues.



For many contractors, working through an Umbrella Company is the most practical way to enjoy the benefits of hassle free, secure and efficient payroll and at Flying Umbrella we make sure that you get paid on time each and every time, meaning that you are free to focus on your contracting role.


We are an experienced team of payroll experts. We pride ourselves on providing efficient payroll, outstanding customer service and expertise in Umbrella operations.

Benefits of using Flying Umbrella

Faster payments

Guaranteed same day payments into your bank account

Efficient PAYE Solution

With Flying Umbrella you can rest assured that you will get your payment on time every time

Payment Notifications

Once payment has been made, a payment notification will be sent to you. 

Dedicated account manager

Once signed up you will have a dedicated account manager who will look after you and your agency and address any concerns you may have.

Weekly payslip reports

Secure access to your payslips 

Same day setup

We will work with you to get you signed up as quickly as possible - usually same day in most cases
Our ethos

Choosing Flying Umbrella means you will get a dedicated account manager and not an automated system. We will acknowledge your requirements, and provide prompt and professional advice. 

What is an umbrella company?

Not sure what an umbrella company is? Then have a read of the sections below which will offer you a general overview.

An umbrella company is a company that employs agency contractors who work on temporary contract assignments, usually through a recruitment agency. Recruitment agencies prefer to issue contracts to a limited company as the agency liability would be reduced. The umbrella company issues invoices to the recruitment agency (or end client) and, when payment of the invoice is made, will pay the contractor typically the same day through PAYE.


As an umbrella employee, you will be able to carry out a number of temporary assignments without the need to manage your own payroll or run a limited company. You carry out the work for the end client, complete your timesheet and submit any business expenses to us and your end client or agency. We take care of all the administration such as invoicing, chasing and collecting funds from your agency or end client, and we pay you as our employee. It really is that simple.


The umbrella company will also deal with all PAYE and National Insurance contributions and you will have all the additional benefits of being an employee including holiday pay, pension contributions, maternity/paternity leave and statutory sick pay.

The following outlines the steps you will take if you join Flying Umbrella Payroll as a UK-based PAYE umbrella company:


  • After securing a contract role (or an assignment to provide your services to the end client) Flying Umbrella, as your ‘employer’ signs a contract with your recruitment agency and you sign a contract of employment with us.

  • You complete a timesheet on a weekly basis and send it to both your recruitment agency and Flying Umbrella.

  • Flying Umbrella will then invoice the recruitment agency, and the recruitment company will invoice the end client.

  • We will pay you your wages on due date and issue a payslip which you can access securely. 

Using an Umbrella Company

Working as a contractor or a freelancer can often be a daunting task.


Not only do you have to be fully vested in undertaking your assignment, but you are also responsible for your own tax compliance. With so many options available such as working through your own limited company, being self-employed or working through an umbrella, it can often be quite challenging to find the best solution.


Using Flying Umbrella as a PAYE (pay as you earn) umbrella company provides freelancers and contractors with all the benefits of being an employee by employing them while working on various assignments. ​


Our Umbrella PAYE Solution is prompt, efficient and simple. We liaise with your agency or end client directly ensuring that we have secured the funds for the work you have carried out; we manage your payroll, timesheets and taxes, leaving you to work on your assignment with piece of mind.

Agencies

The trusted choice for both agencies and contractors

We are a trusted partner of many professional recruitment companies. Nothing is more important to us than providing outstanding support to our partners in recruitment.


Our Management Team’s background is in contracting. We have developed in-depth expertise on all aspects of Umbrella payroll and contracting life. Our fast and efficient on-boarding system will set up your contractors within 24 hours, and you will be ready to bill within 48 hours. 

What We Can Offer You

 

  • Expand your PSL by adding a professional, efficient and reliable umbrella PAYE partner
  • Dedicated Account Manager
  • Fast set up process for all your candidates
  • Regular updates on candidates’ status
  • Secure and efficient payroll
  • Prompt response to audit requests

 


Plus, we’ve expanded our support team and extended our opening hours, so contractors are more likely to get hold of us and less likely to bother you with queries. So you can get on with placing candidates and earning commission, safe in the knowledge that your contractors are being looked after.


Interested in working with us? 

Start referring your candidates today.
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Get in touch

For further assistance call or email us. Alternatively, complete the contact form and we will get back to you.

Contact Us

0117 385 6120

info@flyingumbrella.co.uk