Contracting with Umbrella.co.uk

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A Compliant, Flexible Solution with Cedar Recruitment

At Umbrella.co.uk, we’re proud to be preferred suppliers for trusted recruitment agencies like Cedar Recruitment to provide contractor workers with a seamless, compliant and rewarding umbrella payroll solution.

With over 16 years of experience supporting thousands of contractors across the UK, we are one of the country’s leading umbrella companies—committed to making contracting simple, secure and stress-free.

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Talk to one of our team today who will be happy to answer any of your questions and get you signed up in no time.

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How Does An Umbrella Company Work?

Here’s a quick overview of how an umbrella company works to simplify contracting and ensure you get paid correctly and compliantly.

Securing a contract

You secure a contract through Cedar Recruitment.

Easy sign-up with Umbrella.co.uk

We sign you up and you become an employee of Umbrella.co.uk.

We do all the work

We handle your PAYE payroll, tax, and National Insurance.

Getting paid

You receive your pay just like a regular employee, with full payslips and access to employment rights and benefits.

Guides

A Guide to Chargeable Expenses

Learn what chargeable expenses are, what receipts you need to provide, and how to submit reimbursement evidence through Umbre...

Equality, Inclusion and Diversity Policy for Contractor Employees

At Umbrella.co.uk, our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) policy ensures every contractor and employee is treated with d...

Modern Slavery Statement

At Umbrella.co.uk, we are committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains. We ...

Gender Pay Gap Report

At Umbrella.co.uk, we are committed to fairness, equality, and transparency in everything we do. Our 2025/26 Gender Pay Gap R...

Guide to Submitting Mileage

This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to accurately submit mileage claims through the Eezytime Portal. From en...

Customer Charter and Service Level Agreement

We guarantee to provide customers a friendly, prompt and efficient service through all our channels of communication.

Complaints

How to raise a complaint and what to expect from our resolution process.

Your Payslip Explained

Understanding your payslip is key to knowing exactly how your earnings are calculated and what deductions have been made. Thi...

Umbrella.co.uk Contractor Welcome Guide

This guide gives new contractors everything they need to get started, from registration to getting paid, all in one easy-to-f...

A Guide to Salary Sacrifice

This guide explains how you can exchange part of your salary for pension contributions to save on tax and plan for the future...

Your Guide to Umbrella Company Contracting

Your guide to umbrella company contracting offers a simple overview of how umbrella companies work and what contractors can e...

Employee Handbook

Our Employee Handbook is designed both to introduce you to our organisation and to be of continuing use during your employmen...

Smart Pension Member Guide

This member guide is designed to help you understand how your Smart Pension account works and to provide you with relevant in...

Unacceptable Behaviour Policy

Umbrella.co.uk is committed to dealing with all employees and members of the business community, fairly, impartially and in a...

Why Contract Through Umbrella.co.uk?

Contractors working through Umbrella.co.uk enjoy a range of benefits, including:

Same-day payments

We process payments daily, so once we receive funds from your agency or end client, your money is sent to you the same day—no unnecessary delays.

Statutory benefits

As an employee of Umbrella.co.uk, you’re entitled to statutory benefits including sick pay, holiday pay, and maternity/paternity leave. This provides an added layer of financial security while you contract.

Comprehensive rewards platform

Get access to a BHSF health cash plan, discounted fuel, and cash-back savings at most major supermarkets and retailers.

Dedicated account managers

You’ll have a named point of contact who understands your contract and can support you throughout your assignment.

Fully compliant

We’re FCSA-accredited and operate a fully PAYE-compliant payroll solution, giving you peace of mind that your tax affairs are handled correctly and transparently.

No hidden fees

We operate with total transparency—what you see is what you get. Our clear margin includes everything, with no hidden costs or end-of-year tax surprises.

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Cedar Recruitment

Cedar is a specialist recruitment consultancy established in 2003, delivering tailored solutions across Finance, Tax, Change & Transformation, Procurement, and the Public Sector. Built on values of honesty and strong relationships, Cedar combines expert search capabilities with a people-first approach to connect clients with outstanding talent.

Umbrella.co.uk

At Umbrella.co.uk, we’ve been supporting contractors, freelancers, and recruitment agencies for over 16 years with compliant, reliable payroll solutions. With a people-first approach, we’re committed to simplifying the complex, offering expert guidance, same-day payments, and dedicated support every step of the way.

CloudAccountant.co.uk

Just because we manage your accounts online doesn’t mean you won’t get a personable, friendly service. In fact, it’s our business to get to know your business, because no two businesses are the same. So, whether you’re a new start-up, a well-established business or going solo as a sole trader, we’ve got a solution for you.