Richard has been a member of the Umbrella team since 2009. He is responsible for building relationships with recruitment agencies across the UK who wish to work with a professional and compliant partner to provide payroll and accountancy for their contract candidates. He works closely agencies and clients to ensure they receive a first class service.
James has joined Umbrella with previous industry and recruitment experience, he is attentive to the needs of his clients and will always make sure they experience a high quality and personable service.
Karen comes into the industry with six years previous experience within recruitment which gives her a good understanding of her clients' pain points and what she can do to help free up their time for what they do best.
As a Business Development Manager, she maintains strong relationships with our current clients and is always keen to meet and develop relationships with new ones.
In her spare time Karen loves hot yoga and trips home to Belfast.
Liam has 10 years industry knowledge working through various departments so understands the needs of both the contractors and agencies alike. Liam likes to build relationships with recruitment agencies across the UK who wish to work with a professional and compliant partner to provide payroll and accountancy for their contract candidates.
Liam is a keen NFL fan and recently ticked off his bucket list by travelling to Denver to watch his beloved Broncos.
Business Development
The business development team at umbrella.co.uk are charged with bringing in a percentage of new business, acting as the mediator between agency and service provider in a highly competitive industry. Other parts of the role include keeping the agencies we work alongside up to date with all legislation matters. Dealing with PSL and ASL tenders, maintaining agency relationships and acting as day to day point of contact for key accounts.
New Business Team
The new business team looks after all new contractor enquiries that come in. They run through a thorough consultation with each contractor/freelancer explaining the various payment solutions available. PAYE Umbrella, if feasible our Accountancy Services. With the aim of providing best advice.
With over 25 years’ experience in leading and developing teams, Jane joined Umbrella in November 2019. Jane’s passion is coaching and empowering teams and individuals to achieve and exceed their best potential. Job satisfaction for Jane, comes from knowing that her team are the best in their field, always putting our customers and agency partner's needs first.
In her spare time, Jane enjoys spending time with family and friends. However her true love is for her holidays!
Nicolas joined Umbrella.co.uk following a successful sales career in various markets. Nicolas's role includes dealing with contractor enquiries, completing thorough consultations with contractors and freelancers to gain a good understanding of their personal circumstances and explaining the various payment solutions available to help them decide which suits them best. Nicolas will also assist contractors to identifying which of our added value services are relevant. In his spare time Nicolas enjoys going out with his family trying different cuisines and travelling.
Billy joined Umbrella in February 2017. Billy has an excellent customer service skills and experience and is always more than happy to help. Billy enjoys playing football and socialising with friends in his spare time.
Dylan joined Umbrella in August 2017 as an accountant before moving to the New Business Team. Dylan has over 5 years accounting experience, including 12 months working with contractor accounting and payroll. He is able to use his knowledge and experience to help contractors and agencies alike.
Alison joined Umbrella with over 5 years’ experience in Recruitment which helps her fully understand the needs of her clients and contractors. She is able to use her skills and knowledge to build strong relationships with some of our key accounts. Alison loves to travel, watching live music and theatre.
After a 7 year stint working in Recruitment across Australia and South East Asia, Harry has joined us at the ever sunny Umbrella.co.uk as a Key Account Manager! Harry is always at hand to answer any queries that a contractor or an agency may have.
