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Contract Resources for New Zealanders
The United Kingdom is an attractive place to live for many professionals from New Zealand. Contract rates are high and an abundance of short haul travel destinations mean down time can be spent exploring capital cities or enjoying breaks at many of Europe’s top ski resorts.
Commonwealth Contractors represents a great support network for New Zealanders coming to the UK for short term assignments and those wanting to settle here permanently. We provide a complete range of services ranging from Work Permit Sponsorship (Tier 2 ‘Skilled Migrant’ UK visas with employer sponsorship) and Tier 1 (HSMP) applications to Umbrella Company Solutions and advice on going into business with a Contractor Limited Company. If you’re looking for help, assistance and an environment that will allow you to make the most of contracting in the UK call an experienced Commonwealth Contractors Account Manager now on 0800 294 4388 or Submit your details and we will get right back to you! At Commonwealth Contractors we may be able to help you if you:- Are looking for an Umbrella Company? Expat Advantage is specifically designed for New Zealanders and other Non UK Nationals. Find out how we can vastly improve your remuneration!
- Want to remain in the UK on a Sponsored Work Permit? We work with a number of International Consultancies that regularly take on Managed Projects and who may be willing (where required) to provide Tier 2 Work Permit Sponsorship!
- Are planning on making a Tier 1 (HSMP) application? Find out how we can help via OISC registered Immigration Partners!
- Need help finding a Contract in the UK? Our experienced Account Managers can support you and provide assistance with CVs, recruitment agencies and point you in the direction of great Job Websites!
To find out more call Commonwealth Contractors now on 0800 294 4388 or Submit your details and we will get right back to you!
Are you planning on coming to the UK on a Temporary Work Visa?
If you are planning to travel to the UK on a temporary work visa such as a Tier 1 (HSMP), Working Holidaymaker Visa or Ancestry Visa (does not apply if you are to take Tier 2 Work Permit employment with another company) then we may be able to vastly improve your remuneration. This option is only available to Consultants who contact Commonwealth Contractors at least 2 weeks before departing for the UK. To find out more call Commonwealth Contractors now on 0800 294 4388 or Submit your details and we will get right back to you!Is your Working Holidaymaker Visa coming to an end?
If so contact Commonwealth Contractors now as we may be able to help you with a UK Work Permit (Tier 2 UK ‘Skilled Migrant’ visa) or Tier 1 (HSMP). Unfortunately due to Immigration Rules on Switching you will have to return to New Zealand to gain Entry Clearance and Leave to Enter before entering the UK on a Work Permit or Tier 1 (HSMP) but at least you will have your long term Immigration Status organised. To find out more call now on 0800 294 4388 or Submit your details and we will get right back to you!Contracting Solutions for New Zealanders
Commonwealth Contractors has a contract structure that is ideal for New Zealanders working in the UK, Expat Advantage. With Expat Advantage you benefit from:- A dedicated Account Manager (who can help with a National Insurance Number, advise on a contract CV & UK Bank Account etc)
- Claim significant business expenses (for which UK Nationals are not normally eligible)
- Feel secure with up to £10 million of Professional Insurance
- Ensure IR35 & MSC Compliance
- Receive Work Permit and Tier 1 (HSMP) assistance (via OISC registered Immigration Partners)
If you’re new to contracting you may be wondering what an Umbrella Company is, if so see the links below:
- What is an Umbrella Company?
- Umbrella Company Expenses
- Site Based Rules and Business Expenses
- Umbrella Company Tax
- Umbrella Companies and Employers NI
For more Information on Contracting, Immigration, Tax etc call Commonwealth Contractors now on 0800 294 4388 or visit the different guides detailed on this website.
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