A PAYE umbrella company sits between you, the contractor, and the recruitment agency or client you work for. We act as your employer of record for payroll purposes — meaning you have a real employment contract with us, and we manage everything involved in paying you correctly and compliantly.
When you complete an assignment, your agency or client invoices are sent to us. We collect the payment, calculate the correct tax and National Insurance deductions under PAYE, and pay your net wages directly to your bank account, along with a clear payslip showing every element of your pay.
This arrangement is widely used by contractors who work inside IR35, temporary workers placed through recruitment agencies, and anyone who wants the simplicity of being employed without being tied to a single employer.
IR35 is HMRC legislation designed to ensure that contractors who work in a manner similar to employees pay broadly the same tax as employees. If a contract is deemed to be "inside IR35," the worker is treated as an employee for tax purposes.
Using an Abevelit PAYE umbrella contract removes all IR35 risk entirely. Because you are genuinely employed by us under a contract of employment, you are already paying the correct level of tax and National Insurance through PAYE. There is no ambiguity about your status — you are an employee.
This means no unexpected tax bills, no risk of investigation, and no need to worry about how your contract is written with the end client. For most temporary workers and agency contractors, our umbrella service is the simplest and most secure solution available.
You're a genuine employee of Abevelit Payroll. IR35 simply doesn't apply.
Tax and NI are deducted at source every pay period. You won't need to file a self-assessment return solely for your umbrella income.
Continuous employment is viewed more favourably by lenders than self-employment or gaps in your tax history.
From your first registration to your first payment, we make the entire process as straightforward as possible.
Complete our simple form in around 15 minutes. Upload your right to work documents and we'll take care of the rest.
Once verified, we'll issue your contract of employment and confirm your payroll schedule — usually within 24 hours.
Log your hours via our online portal or directly through your agency's system. Payments are triggered automatically.
Receive your net pay directly to your bank account on the same day we receive funds from your agency.
Unlike some payroll arrangements, our umbrella employment gives you all the statutory rights and protections of a permanent employee.
You accrue paid holiday entitlement from day one. Holiday pay is calculated on your average earnings and paid either in advance or on request.
If you're unable to work due to illness, you're entitled to statutory sick pay (SSP) from day four of your absence, just like any other employee.
Qualifying umbrella employees are entitled to statutory maternity pay (SMP) and statutory paternity pay (SPP) in line with current HMRC rates.
We automatically enrol you into a workplace pension scheme, with employer contributions made on your behalf in line with current legislation.
All Abevelit umbrella employees are covered by employer's liability, professional indemnity and public liability insurance at no additional cost.
Access exclusive discounts on retail, travel, health, gym memberships, and more through our employee benefits platform.
One of the most common questions we receive is about take-home pay. It's important to understand the difference between the assignment rate your agency is paid and the net amount that reaches your bank account.
The assignment rate includes employer's National Insurance contributions, the apprenticeship levy, our margin, and holiday pay — all of which are deducted before your gross pay is calculated. Your gross pay is then subject to employee NI and income tax through PAYE in the normal way.
We provide every employee with a full Key Information Document (KID) before they start, showing a clear illustration of their expected take-home pay. There are no surprises.
Get a pay illustrationIllustrative example only. Based on a single day rate with standard tax code. Actual deductions will vary.
Software developers, IT consultants, cybersecurity specialists and project managers working on fixed-term contracts or through agencies.
Locum doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and support workers managing assignments across multiple NHS or private sector roles.
Temporary office staff, administrators, call centre workers and customer service professionals placed through recruitment agencies.
Engineers, surveyors, project managers and technical specialists working on contract assignments across infrastructure and manufacturing.
Supply teachers, teaching assistants, trainers and education support workers who work flexibly across multiple schools or organisations.
Interim accountants, financial analysts, payroll specialists and finance managers on contract assignments within businesses of all sizes.
Registration is free and takes around 15 minutes. You'll have a contract of employment and be ready to process your first payment within 24 hours.