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Employee or consultant - whats easier/more economical



Stephen says:
21 September 2015 at 9:43

I run my own CC and have been offered a part time position at a previous company I have worked for. Would/should I let my employer pay on my behalf, or would it be better to invoice them as a consultant and pay my own tax. During the time I will be employed I will also be invoicing out other clients through my CC.

TaxTim TaxTim says:
22 September 2015 at 6:57

What will you be doing there, how many hours will you be working?

Stephen says:
22 September 2015 at 15:30

Consulting on systems/processes and training - approx 100 hours a week

TaxTim TaxTim says:
23 September 2015 at 17:41

Given that amount of work performed and I assume it will be on their premises and under their supervision you would be considered an employee of the company and therefore they have to withhold PAYE each month.

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