IT Contractors In The Finance Sector Seek New Roles

A survey of IT workers including contractors currently working within the finance sector have stated that they plan to look for a new position within the next year, according to Hays. Two thirds told the agency that they would start looking in the next three months, with pay being their strongest motivation.
“Many professionals feel as [...]

Contractor Rates Slide by 8%

It has been widely reported recently  that demand for freelancers, contractors and consultants is on the increase but coupled with this increase in demand, there has also been a fall in the contract rate. A survey by Skillfair has revealed that a contractor’s rate has fallen by an average of 8%.
Having surveyed more than 40,000 [...]

How much is an agency making from your contract?

A contractor recently queried how much his client was paying the recruitment company for his services. He wanted to know whether his services at £20 per hour were being charged at £25 per hour, giving the agency a 20% return. There is nothing in law to prevent a contractor, asking the question of the end [...]