The Small Consultancies Guide to IR35 - 3 essential steps to maximise value
How contractors can grow a small consultancy and adhere to IR35 compliance to maximise the sale value.
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Protect yourself with our specialised contracts
The contract is the fundamental starting point when assessing IR35 status. Expertly drafted contracts will help protect your business in the event of an HMRC investigation. Have your contracts been given the attention they need?
Contact us about template contract packs or contract reviews.
What contract services do we offer?
Template Contract packs: Our expert-written contract packs help you to engage contractors worry-free. Our comprehensive packs include contractor agreements, assignment schedules, client terms, opt-out notices, and full supporting notes. They’re written for businesses, agencies, and consultancies — and come with free licences for unlimited use.
Contract Reviews: Our IR35 contract reviews are carried out by experienced specialists and focus on the key status elements in law. Rest easy in the knowledge that your existing contracts have been reviewed in detail by IR35 specialists with decades of experience.
Have confidence in your contracts
The contract is the fundamental starting point when assessing IR35 status, and unambiguous clauses cannot be overridden by any working conditions, particularly after the Court of Appeal rulings in April 2022. Have your contracts been given the attention they need?
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Our proven experience successfully defending enquiries from inception to tax tribunal means our contracts incorporate the latest IR35 case law.
Our contracts cover all parties
Our contract packs have been written specifically for Businesses, Consultancies, and Agencies so you can engage contractors worry-free.
“In a complex world with ever-changing requirements, IR35 Shield's contract reviews mean we can rest assured they meet the highest standards. Their diligence removes our concern so we can direct energy into our core business.”
Ross Barnard
Chief Talent Officer - Kerv
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We keep our finger on the pulse of IR35. You can trust our advice and guidance is always up to date.
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