For Contractors


At Payquest we know that contracting can be a fairly daunting trip into the unknown, let’s face it, nothing is predictable in this economic climate.

That said, take confidence in the fact that over 1.4 million people in the UK are currently enjoying the challenge, flexibility and financial rewards of freelancing. This is why we go out of our way to offer the umbrella contractors we employ a smooth and reliable service leaving you to concentrate on what you do best.

With Payquest you don’t have to spend your precious weekends trying to balance your accounts because you know that they’re being expertly handled by our friendly, experienced contractor management team. We take care of every little last detail and give you total confidence that you are fully HMRC compliant.

We offer you a competitively priced, value-for-money service with no hidden extra costs or tie-in fees. Take a look at our service charter to see our commitment to delivering great service every time.

So, whatever your reasons for deciding to become a contractor or freelancer, let Payquest take care of absolutely everything to make your working life as easy as possible. In an industry that has a bit of a reputation for taking risks and flying close to the wind when handling other people’s tax, you can be sure we’ll always do what’s right to protect your interests as well as our reputation.

Payquest Umbrella

Umbrella Companies exist purely to support the UK’s flexible workforce, a hardworking group of people who are vital in keeping our economy competitive. Whether you’ve recently landed a contract, moving from a permanent role or are simply looking to take advantage of the potential high rewards of working on your own terms, then becoming a Payquest employee could be absolutely the right choice for you.

Saving you time

Payquest umbrella services simply remove the potential hassle and stress of being a contractor to ensure your salary is paid on time, is fully in line with HMRC regulations and that you are able to take full advantage of any business expenses you incur in performing your contract. In summary, we take care of all your invoicing, chase your money for you and handle PAYE, tax and VAT payments, giving you more time to do what you do best – earn a good living.

In safe hands

By joining Payquest today you will get a real contract of employment, which means all your administration, insurance protection, employment rights, and tax affairs are fully taken care of. Because we are able to work with all Agencies, you maintain the freedom of being able to secure your own contracts and deciding who you work for, how much you are worth and for how long you want to commit.

Web Portal

To ensure that your payments run like clockwork and information is readily available, our web portal is easy to use, fast and secure. You will have access to this immediately upon joining us 24/7.

Some of the key features include:

  • Input and manage your timesheets
  • Calculate and process your business expenses
  • Manage, track and review past payments and wage slips
  • Review and accept your contracts
  • Access real time updates on your payment progress

In addition to your portal, you also benefit from extended telephone access to a dedicated account manager, who will be able to help you with any enquiries.