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Ensure your CV and Linkedin profile matches up with industry best practice.

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Umbrella companies for contractors

Links to IT contractor 'umbrella' and IR35 'solution' providers.

Legal and IR35 Advisory services

Companies dealing with employment law, including IR35 specialists.

iii. Agency basics for IT contractors – Crisis Tactics

Part 3 of 5: how to get the most out of a downturn.

i. Agency basics for IT contractors – CV sending

Part 1 of 5: 'on spec' CV sending or the more the merrier?

ii. Agency basics for IT contractors – CV privacy

Part 2 of 5: do IT contractors have a say about where their CV is sent by their agent?

iv. Agency basics for IT contractors – Lingo

Part 4 of 5: Decoding agency-speak about how recruiters operate.

v. Agency basics for IT contractors – Relations

Part 5 of 5: Agents on getting the most out of the contractory/agency relationship.

Contractor IR35 Insurance

With the current uncertainty surrounding the IR35 legislation, one way you can protect yourself is by taking out IR35 insurance (also known as tax liability cover).

Mandelson urged to exclude IT contractors from Agency Workers Directive

Business Secretary told to leave freelancers outside an EU directive for the vulnerable.

Getting an IT contract in a recession

The IT Coach sharpens your CV and offers guidance on agent-relationship building.

What triggers an IR35 investigation?

Experts tell CUK how the taxman decides who to investigate under IR35.

Winning business: Contract hunting, no stone unturned – A contractor's view

How to get your CV to the top of the agency's pile and other top tips.

Winning business: Know your strengths – A contractor's view

By understanding how to fit your skills to your client's advertised needs, you CV can present you as the perfect solution.

Getting the right rate for the contract - negotiation for IT contractors

The basics of negotiation and establishing what rate becomes a 'deal breaker' for you.

CV writing: Content & Example CV layout – An IT contractor's view

What to include: layout and content.