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Services — Umbrella Payroll

Umbrella Payroll
Made Simple.

Enjoy the flexibility of contracting with the security and benefits that come with employment.

Overview

What is an
Umbrella Company?

An umbrella company employs contractors who work on temporary assignments, usually through recruitment agencies or end clients.

When you join Sage Signal Bureau, you become our employee while continuing to carry out your assignments for your agency or client. We take care of your payroll, process PAYE tax and National Insurance deductions, and provide detailed payslips.

Benefits

Why Choose
Umbrella Payroll?

Umbrella employment combines the flexibility of contracting with many of the rights and statutory benefits associated with traditional employment.

You can move between different assignments while remaining employed by the same umbrella company, providing record continuity. Your payroll is managed via PAYE, removing the administrative burden of operating a limited company.

Employment Rights

The Benefits of Umbrella Employment

Freedom to Work Your Way

Freedom to Work Your Way

Freedom to Work Your Way

Enjoy the flexibility that comes with contracting while your payroll and employment administration are managed for you.

Employment Benefits

Employment Benefits

As an umbrella employee, you may be entitled to statutory employment benefits, including sick pay and family-related statutory payments, subject to eligibility.

PAYE Made Straightforward

PAYE Made Straightforward

Your applicable Income Tax and National Insurance deductions are calculated and processed through PAYE, helping keep your payroll clear and aligned with robust compliance processes.

Continuous Employment

Continuous Employment

Working through the same umbrella employer across different assignments can provide a continuous employment record, even when your agency or assignment changes.

Features

Everything You Need, Included

Our umbrella service is designed to give contractors more than simply a way to receive their pay.

Dedicated Support

Dedicated Support

Have a payroll question or need help understanding your payslip? Our team is available to provide clear, straightforward support.

Workplace Pension

Workplace Pension

Eligible employees are automatically enrolled into a workplace pension in line with UK auto-enrolment requirements, with option to manage contributions.

Holiday Pay

Holiday Pay

Your statutory holiday entitlement is managed as part of your employment, with clear information about how your holiday pay is handled.

Statutory Payments

Statutory Payments

Eligible employees can access statutory benefits such as Statutory Sick Pay and maternity, paternity and other family-related pay.

Contractor Insurance

Contractor Insurance

Appropriate insurance arrangements provide additional protection while you carry out your assignments, subject to cover terms.

Employee Perks

Employee Perks

Enjoy access to a selection of employee benefits, partner offers and discounts designed to help you get more value beyond your regular pay.

Wellbeing Resources

Wellbeing Resources

Access additional wellbeing resources and support services designed to help you manage challenges both inside and outside of work.

Health & Lifestyle

Health & Lifestyle

Where available, employees can access selected health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits through our employee benefits programme.

Online Payroll Access

Online Payroll Access

Access important employment and payroll information online, including payslips and relevant documents, at your convenience.

Clear Payslips

Clear Payslips

See exactly how your pay has been calculated, with a detailed breakdown of your earnings and applicable deductions.

Reliable Payments

Reliable Payments

Our payroll processes are designed around accurate, dependable and timely payments once all required information and funds are received.

Ongoing Support

Ongoing Support

From your first registration to moving between assignments, our team is here to support you throughout your time with Sage Signal Bureau.

Steps

How Does Umbrella Payroll Work?

Getting started is straightforward.

01
1

Join Sage Signal Bureau

Complete our registration process and provide the information and documentation required to set up your employment.

02
2

We Work With Your Agency

We'll liaise with your recruitment agency to confirm your assignment details and put the necessary arrangements in place.

03
3

Complete Your Assignment

You carry out your work as agreed and submit your timesheets through the appropriate process.

04
4

Your Agency Pays Us

Once your timesheet has been approved, your agency or client pays the agreed assignment amount to Sage Signal Bureau.

05
5

We Process Your Payroll

We calculate your gross taxable pay and make the appropriate PAYE, National Insurance, pension and other deductions.

06
6

You Get Paid

Your net pay is transferred directly to your bank account, accompanied by a clear, detailed payslip.

Why Us

Why Choose
Sage Signal Bureau?

Payroll You Can Rely On

Accurate, timely payroll with clear payslips and straightforward deductions.

Compliance at Every Step

Our processes are designed around current UK payroll, tax and employment requirements.

Clear & Transparent

We believe you should understand how you're paid and what deductions have been made.

Real Human Support

When you have a question, our team is here to provide clear and helpful answers.

Simple Onboarding

A straightforward registration process designed to get everything in place without complexity.

Support Beyond Payday

From employment benefits and workplace pensions to employee perks, we're here throughout.

Checklist

Is Umbrella
Right for You?

Umbrella employment can be suitable if you:

Work on temporary or contract assignments
Find work through recruitment agencies
Want to be paid through PAYE
Don't want to operate your own limited company
Regularly move between assignments
Want the benefits and protections associated with employment
Prefer someone else to manage your payroll administration
Speak to Our Team
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Ready to Get Started?
A Simpler Way to Manage Your Pay.

Join Sage Signal Bureau and enjoy straightforward payroll, employment benefits and dedicated support—all in one place.

FAQs

Frequently
Asked Questions

Got questions about our payroll and employment services? We've got clear, straightforward answers.