IT Skills
10 essential software engineering skills for contractors
When the choice of specialism isn't just a programming decision; it's a strategic decision affecting your career, cash, and contract-availability. 7 min
IT and tech news and guides
IT Skills
Guide to Freelancing
Top 10 tips for new IT contractors
A veteran computer consultant reveals tried and tested must-dos, for newcomers wanting to succeed at IT contracting. 7 min
Guide to Freelancing
Would an IT freelancer who wants to work overseas have more options as a UK employee?
Overview for Brit freelancers wondering if being on an organisation’s payroll in 2024 would make getting a job abroad easier. 7 min
IT Career Advice
The top 10 IT and tech skills to learn in 2024
As we approach 2024, the demand for skilled IT professionals continues to soar. 4 min
IT Skills
The top 10 IT and tech jobs in 2024
In 2024, several emerging technologies are likely to drive new job opportunities within the IT field. 4 min
IT news
Autumn Statement 2023 and the UK’s investment in technology
On Wednesday 22nd November 2023, the Chancellor of the Exchequer presented his Autumn Statement to Parliament and shared plans to propel the nation into a future defined by innovation and cutting-edge technology. 4 min
Freelancer News
Freelance tech sector unmoved by Autumn Statement 2023, despite AI, Life Science and innovation boosters
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s offerings on take-home pay, tax reforms, and technology, come off as inadequate to IT contracting’s top advisers. 8 min
Contracting
What qualifications do you need to become an IT contractor?
Qualifications for IT contractors tend to fall into four main categories. Which ones will you obtain; if any? 7 min
Freelancer News
Autumn Statement 2023: Freelance tech sector in 11th hour appeals to chancellor Jeremy Hunt
Leading organisations that support tech and freelancing tell Free-Work that Hunt’s Conservative colleagues have got it right -- IR35 reform ought to go. 7 min
Contractor Finances
A contractor's guide to VAT
The ins and outs of Value Added Tax in a contractor limited company setting -- demystified. 4 min
Contracting
What makes a successful IT contractor?
Everything it takes to succeed as a freelance technologist in the UK -- revealed by a veteran. 7 min
IT Career Advice
Career development for IT professionals
The month of November celebrates National Career Development Month. 4 min
Contracting
Security clearance levels in the UK: explained
What UK candidates need to know when going forward for secure, sensitive or secretive roles. 5 min
Contracting
Making your spouse (or civil partner) a shareholder of your limited company
Practical and financial perks are on offer when your spouse is also your shareholder – but beware the pitfalls. 5 min
IT Skills
How to become a Python developer contractor
16 must-dos to succeed as a contractor with Python. 5 min
IT Career Advice
A guide to online networking for IT professionals
On the 30th of October is ‘World Online Networking Day 2023’, and we want to share with you the significance of online networking as an IT professional, how you can do it and where you need to look to expand your online presence.Why online networking is important for IT professionalsOnline networkin. 4 min
Contracting
The costs of running a limited company
Laid bare: the real costs of running a contractor limited company, as the 2024-25 tax year approaches. 4 min
