
Breaking down umbrella
Securing a contract doesn’t need to be complicated. Here’s how it works when you work
through us:

- Recruitment agency
You secure a contract – either directly or through a recruitment agency. - Umbrella company (us)
We become your employer, handling payroll, tax and compliance - Contractor (you)
You complete the work and submit your time sheet - Company/end client
The end client pays the recruitment agency, the agency pays us and we take care of the required deductions, before paying you.
Translate experience into reassurance:
- Built by people who understand contractor concerns
- Transparent pay models informed by real contractor experience
- No aggressive or misleading schemes
- Clear communication and support

All the benefits of employment, without the hassle
When you join our umbrella company, you become our employee. This means:
- We pay you directly, taking care of PAYE (Pay As You Earn), National Insurance and any other required deductions
- You’re classed as being in long-term employment, which can support loan and mortgage applications
- You receive full statutory employee benefits, including statutory sick pay, holiday pay and maternity/paternity leave
- Saving for the future becomes possible with automatic enrolment into our pension scheme after 12 weeks
Arkon Pay are the ideal umbrella company for contractors like you. We put you first, offering ongoing support, expert support and help when you need it.
We ensure you are paid on time, handling all tax and admin responsibilities, so you can focus on delivering your assignment to the best of your ability.
Why choose Arkon Pay?
An umbrella company for contractors built by specialist who genuinely understand contractor concerns
- Transparent pay models shaped by real contractor experience
- No aggressive, misleading or high-risk schemes
- Clear, honest, communication with ongoing support
- Paid accurately and on time, every time
- Fully compliant with UK tax and employment legislation
- Simple, hassle-free onboarding and administration
- All statutory employment rights included
