Always use an FCSA-accredited umbrella

When you are looking for an umbrella company, you must find one that is compliant and has a decent reputation within the industry. The first thing you should look for is a list of FCSA-approved umbrella companies. The FCSA is a leading professional body in the UK that ensures the supply chain of temporary workers is efficient and ethical. There is an impressive list of FCSA-approved umbrella companies –check out the official FCSA website.

If you come across an umbrella company that is not FCSA accredited, we would recommend you avoid using them – just in case they are not compliant. There is also a high possibility your recruitment agency will not allow you to work with a non-FCSA approved umbrella company because they do not want to risk being part of a non-compliant supply chain.

Once you have found a few FCSA approved umbrella companies – you must then decide which one you want to use for your payroll. FCSA accreditation is an obvious indication that a company operates to the highest standards of quality and compliant – so you have made a good start. Now, you must look beyond the FCSA accreditation and see if the umbrella companies offer you ‘little extras’ that will help seal the deal.

Only use FCSA-accredited umbrella companies

We cannot reiterate enough just how important it is that you only look at FCSA-accredited umbrella companies for your PAYE requirements. Then, once you have found a few providers you’re interested in, see what extras are available to you as part of their service – you may be able to find some exceptional offers out there. But before you go searching for an offer – take a look at what Churchill Knight can offer you…

Welcome to Churchill Knight Umbrella

Churchill Knight Umbrella has helped thousands of contractors get paid on time and compliantly with HMRC rules and regulations. As an FCSA approved umbrella company, our priority has always been to provide a leading service for our clients and one that they can depend on – week after week.

As well as taking care of your payroll, we can offer you a load of little extras as part of our standard service. These include:

  • Easy onboarding – We appreciate you are busy and time is precious. As a result, we have made the sign-up process as streamlined as possible! Simply complete our short online registration form and wait for a call back, or give us a call and register in 10 minutes over the phone – it couldn’t be easier!
  • Free and accurate take-home pay illustrations – We don’t mess around and offer contractors unrealistic take-home pay figures to try and mislead them to sign up with us. Sadly – there are companies out there that do. Instead, we will take all of your circumstances into account and will create a tailored take home pay projection that will be as accurate as possible. Operating transparently is what we do.
  • Dedicated ongoing support – Getting in contact with us is easy! Simply contact our support department via email or phone.
  • No added costs – It is free to join us and free to leave. There are absolutely no hidden costs with Churchill Knight Umbrella.
  • Same Day Faster Payments – Some umbrella companies only offer BACS (which can take over 3 days for funds to land in your bank account). Churchill Knight Umbrella pays all of our clients with Same Day Faster Payments – meaning you’ll be paid on the same day your funds have cleared from your recruitment agency/end-client.
  • £25 million insurance – You will be covered with £25 million insurance at no extra cost. We want you to be able to work with complete peace of mind.

Remember – only look at FCSA-accredited umbrella companies! And then, give Churchill Knight a call on 01707 871622 for a free and impartial take-home pay projection. We’re proud of our FCSA accreditation and the service we offer our clients and we’re sure you’ll never look back once you have registered with us. Alternatively, you can contact us via the form on this page, or you can request a take-home pay illustration here.

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Why use Churchill Knight Umbrella?

Setting the standards

We're one of the most recognised umbrellas in the UK.

Excellent processes

We've streamlined the sign up process. Support is always available.

Accurate pay calculations

Our calculations are based entirely on your circumstances.

A big network

We have excellent relationships with the biggest agencies.

Brilliant reviews

We have great reviews on both Google and Trustpilot.

Accredited by the FCSA

Churchill Knight Umbrella is a member of the FCSA.

No hidden costs

You can use our service with complete peace of mind.

Employee benefits

Including Sick Pay and Maternity/Paternity Pay.

Continuity of employment

This makes it easier for you to get external finance.

Insurance

£25 million insurance cover is include in our service.

Same Day Faster Payments

You will receive your funds the same day we pay you.

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