All About Our Services

All About Our Services

Employer of Record

Blackthorne provides comprehensive Employer of Record services for UK contractors, offering a seamless bridge between talent and opportunity. As your legal employer, we handle all administrative complexities while you focus on what matters most—your work.

Our service includes full PAYE management, pension administration, and statutory compliance, ensuring you receive all employment benefits while maintaining the flexibility of contracting. With decades of combined experience in UK employment law and contractor management, our expert team delivers personalized support tailored to your unique circumstances.

Blackthorne's proprietary digital platform offers real-time visibility into payments, tax withholdings, and benefits enrollment, putting you in control of your employment journey. Whether you're an experienced contractor or transitioning from permanent employment, our dedicated account managers provide guidance at every step.

Join the thousands of UK professionals who trust Blackthorne as their Employer of Record. Experience the perfect balance of independence and security in your contracting career.

Contact us today to learn how Blackthorne can simplify your professional life

Prompt Payments

At Blackthorne, we understand that prompt payment is essential to your financial well-being. Our commitment to contractors is demonstrated through our same-day payment guarantee:

Same-Day Processing: All approved timesheets submitted by 10:00 AM are processed and paid the very same day—no waiting for traditional payroll cycles

Rapid Funds Transfer: Payments reach your account within hours through our expedited BACS system

Real-Time Payment Notifications: Instant alerts when your payment is initiated and deposited

No Hidden Fees: Zero processing charges for our same-day payment service

Our purpose-built payment infrastructure eliminates the delays typically associated with contractor payments. While other umbrella companies operate on weekly or even monthly schedules, Blackthorne's financial technology ensures you have immediate access to your hard-earned income.

At Blackthorne, we've invested in the industry's most sophisticated payroll infrastructure to ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency for our contractors:

Advanced Payroll Processing

• HMRC-Recognised Software: Our enterprise-level payroll system is fully accredited and integrated with HMRC's Real Time Information (RTI) framework

• Military-Grade Security: Bank-level encryption protects your sensitive personal and financial information

• Automated Tax Optimisation: Our intelligent system applies all eligible allowances and deductions to maximise your take-home pay within full legal compliance

• Historical Data Management: Complete access to your entire payment history, tax contributions, and pension allocations

Comprehensive Benefits Integration

• Seamless Pension Auto-Enrolment: Automatic management of workplace pension schemes with leading providers

• Holiday Pay Calculation: Sophisticated accrual tracking with intuitive booking interface

• Statutory Payments: Automated processing of sick pay, maternity/paternity benefits, and other entitlements

Our investment in premium payroll technology translates directly to a superior contractor experience—eliminating errors, reducing payment times, and providing unprecedented visibility into your finances.

Professional Software

Your Reliable Payroll Partner

At Blackthorne, we deliver advanced payroll solutions with 100% accuracy and 1st class support, allowing you to focus on what truly matters - achieving a perfect work-life balance.

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