Why choose
Smartwork?

At SmartWork, we understand the challenges faced by contractors and recruiters in navigating the umbrella employment landscape.

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WE GO BEYOND THE BASICS, OFFERING A COMPREHENSIVE RANGE OF BENEFITS.

We offer benefits designed to support your professional and personal life.

With a focus on compliance, efficiency, and tailored support, we are here to make your contracting experience seamless and rewarding.

LIFE BENEFITS

We have been working hard to create partnerships that bring benefits to your everyday life. Becoming a SmartWork employee means you can take advantage of these selected services.
Mortgage Solutions
CONTRACTOR SPECIALIST MORTGAGES

Access tailored mortgage solutions with our affiliate partner – Freelancer Financials.

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Private Pension
SELF-INVESTED PRIVATE PENSION

Secure and take control of your future with pension options through Interactive Investor.

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Referrals
REFERRAL SCHEME

Earn rewards when you recommend SmartWork to your peers.

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EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

We believe employment should come with peace of mind and unparalleled support from a team dedicated to help you make the most of your contracting career.
Statutory Benefits
ESSENTIAL STATUTORY BENEFITS

Including paternity and maternity pay, paid holidays, and auto-enrolment pension.

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Same-Day Payments
INSTANT PAYMENT ACCESS

Receive your pay the same day we receive it from your agency at no additional cost.

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One-to-One Support
DESIGNATED BUSINESS MANAGER

Get personalized guidance from your own designated manager, available five days a week.

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Online Portal
SECURE SMART PORTAL

Manage your information, payments, view payslips, submit timesheets, etc with ease.

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Decades of Expertise
DECADES OF EXPERTISE

Benefit from over 20 years of experience in the contracting industry.

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PROFESSIONAL BENEFITS

We believe contracting should be a safe and seamless experience, so we put in place a range of benefits to support your umbrella employment.
Insurance Cover
COMPREHENSIVE INSURANCE COVER INCLUDED

Enjoy professional insurance cover included as standard.

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Compliance Assurance
WE MEET THE HIGHEST INDUSTRY STANDARDS

Stay protected with our FCSA Accreditation and APSCo Membership.

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Cost Effective
COST-EFFECTIVE WITH NO HIDDEN FEES

At just £20 per week, we provide high-quality solutions at competitive rates.

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Instant
Setup
SETUP IN AS LOW AS 15 MINUTES

We can have you setup over phone or online and start working with us quickly and effortlessly.

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Support
HELPLINE TO SUPPORT YOUR CAREER

You’ll be assigned a designated business manager to help answer all your questions.

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RECRUITER BENEFITS

We worked hard to achieve the highest compliance standards while simplifying processes for recruiters to make placements more efficient and stress-free:
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Industry Expertise

Leverage over 20 years of market knowledge to navigate complexities.
02

Streamlined Registration

Reduce admin burdens with our smooth onboarding process.
03

Accurate Invoice Processing

Ensure timely and precise handling of invoices.
04

Dedicated Support

Partner with a designated business manager for tailored assistance.
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Online Portal

Access essential tools to keep your processes running smoothly.
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Excellent
TrustScore 4.8
SmartWork and their team were professional from the beginning. I changed umbrella companies after a contract, the engagement and setup process was seamless, and all information is on their easy to use portal. I was always paid on time without any issues. As a contractor within IR... Read More
John Baxter
I've had the pleasure of working with Smartwork on a number of assignments as a finance contractor. They are very professional and work efficiently to ensure payroll is processed on time every time. I'm really impressed with the service and wouldn't go anywhere else now that I've... Read More
Nazim Hussain
I joined SmartWork after they were recommended by my agency.
During the time I have been with this company, I have received excellent service, and would recommend them.
Pamela Dayes
I was a complete novice to Umbrella working but the team at SmartWork were very helpful at every stage. Their monthly fee looks a lot better than most Umbrella companies. SmartWork were also very helpful when I left their services (working outside IR35). Highly recommended!
Andy Jarvis
4.9 Stars
I used SmartWork for about 3 years and I only have positive things to say about them. The onboarding was very quick and simple, payroll super efficient, they were great at advising me on various salary / tax / pension variables, extremely responsive to questions. Would recommend ... Read More
David Whippe
I cannot recommend SmartWork enough. Smooth on boarding, superb portals, and when they say something will happen it does. Brilliant account manager appointed to - who really responds to questions promptly ensuring you feel valued and safe. Fantastic experience.
David Moore-Bannon
I am a contractor and used SmartWork for over a year. They have been a fantastic umbrella body - quickly fixing any problems and paying me on time. My agent Neil Kane has been extremely proactive, responsive and helpful. Further the current pension offer by SmartWork is decent. I... Read More
Lara Hayes
I received a great service from SmartWork I have used several other umbrella companies in the past and these guys are definitely top of my list should I need their services again. Very friendly prompt payments and excellent communication.
Stuart Senior