Support & Benefits

What can you expect from us?

As a Lesters umbrella employee you will have the flexibility to work in a variety of job roles, businesses and industries, all under one supportive employment infrastructure.

A fast and efficient payroll and payment process

Same-day processing of timesheets
Reimbursed approved business expenses
Next-day payroll and expense claim processing
Faster Pay and BACS payments
Email Pay statements and App push notifications
Salary advances ( subject to conditions )

Help understanding your pay

Pay queries are handled promptly and by friendly, knowledgeable payroll staff.
Pay additions and deductions are clearly presented on your pay statement and staff are on hand to give explanations if needed.
Assistance given in understanding your tax code and national insurance contributions.
Access to our End of Year Self-Assessment Tax Return Service via Lesters Accounting.

An efficient and trouble-free on-boarding and contract process

We help you understand the terms of each of your assignments, pay rates and we share valuable information on the contractor and freelance market.
We liaise with you and the recruitment agency and/or end client to ensure a smooth contract signing process.

An easy to use online portal

Simple project based timesheet entry process.
Uncomplicated expense claim entry process and status updates
Pay updates and messaging service.
Download pay history and other documents.

Comprehensive Insurance cover

Employers and Public Liability Insurance
Professional Indemnity Insurance
Optional cover such as worldwide travel insurance

Statutory Entitlements

Auto enrolment to our company pension scheme, provided by a leading pension provider
Maternity pay
Paternity pay
Statutory sick pay

How much does it cost?

There is no fee.
Umbrella companies retain a small contribution from the amount invoiced to the recruitment agency. This is known as "the margin".
Our margin is £19.50 per week or £70 a month depending on your payment cycle.
What does the margin cover?

The margin covers all the back office, contract administration, HR and payroll support associated with your assignments. This includes comprehensive insurance cover, a fully compliant UK PAYE payroll solution, company pension and many other employee benefits. There are no hidden costs or charges and there are no set up or closing down fees.