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The outside-IR35 blog
Practical guidance for UK limited-company contractors who want outside-IR35 work. We surface what clients state and what is objectively checkable, and we never determine IR35 status.
29 Jun 2026 · The outsideir35jobs.com Team
VAT Registration Guide for Limited Company Contractors in the UK
Everything UK limited company contractors need to know about VAT registration, thresholds, and the Flat Rate Scheme to maximise take-home pay.
28 Jun 2026 · The outsideir35.jobs Team
How to Build a Contractor CV That Wins Outside-IR35 Roles
Learn how to craft a contractor CV that highlights the right skills, experience, and working practices to attract outside-IR35 engagements.
27 Jun 2026 · The outsideir35.jobs Team
Limited Company vs Umbrella Company: How to Choose Your Contracting Structure
Deciding between a limited company and an umbrella company is one of the biggest choices for UK contractors. Here's what each option means for your pay, tax, and flexibility.
25 Jun 2026 · The outsideir35.jobs Team
Cloud and DevOps Contractor Day Rate Benchmarks for 2024
Explore current day rate benchmarks for cloud and DevOps contractors in the UK, covering AWS, Azure, and platform engineering roles to help you negotiate confidently.
23 Jun 2026 · The outsideir35.jobs Team
UK Contractor Day Rates by Skill: What the Market Is Paying in 2024
A breakdown of UK contractor day rates across key skills and sectors, helping you benchmark your rate against current market data.
22 Jun 2026 · The outsideir35.jobs Team
What an IR35 Contract Review Actually Checks and Why It Matters
An IR35 contract review examines your written terms and working practices to identify potential risks. Here's what reviewers look for and why it's essential for contractors.
22 Jun 2026 · The outsideir35.jobs Team
Who Bears Responsibility for IR35 Status Under Off-Payroll Rules
Under the off-payroll working rules, responsibility for determining IR35 status shifts depending on the client's size. Here's how liability is allocated across the supply chain.
21 Jun 2026 · The outsideir35.jobs Team
Right of Substitution Explained and Why It Matters for IR35
The right of substitution is one of the key tests HMRC uses to assess IR35 status. Here's what contractors need to know about making it genuine.
20 Jun 2026 · The outsideir35.jobs Team
CEST Tool Explained: What It Is and Why It Is Not Determinative
HMRC's CEST tool can help assess IR35 status, but its result is not binding or definitive. Here's what contractors need to know.
20 Jun 2026 · The outsideir35.jobs Team
What a Status Determination Statement Is and How It Works
A Status Determination Statement sets out an end client's IR35 decision for a contractor engagement. Here's what it must include and what happens next.