Why Contract?
Be clear on your options before you start contracting
Maybe you’re flirting with the idea of leaving your permanent job and becoming a contractor. Maybe you’ve been made redundant and want to check out your options. Or maybe you’ve decided to just go for it. However you've come to the world of contracting, you’ve probably already discovered it’s not quite as straightforward as it seems.
First of all, you need to decide how you’re going to operate. You can either set up your own business or register with an umbrella company or a recruitment agency.
If you choose to set up by yourself, you can operate as a limited company, a corporate partnership, common law partnership or as a self employed worker.
Each of the options has different benefits depending on your personal circumstances. So, before you take the plunge, it’s time for some clear, concise info to help you decide where to go from here.
