
Umbrella Service FAQs
How does getting paid by Exceed’s umbrella service work? Find the answers to your queries here…
Exceed is a preferred supplier for Hays. They’ve already verified that our umbrella service for temps is compliant, reliable and hassle-free, so all you need to do is sign up…
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Whilst our margin is just £14.50 per week, our support for temps is unrivalled. You’ll enjoy the benefits of continuous employment and our FULL umbrella package for no extra cost…
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Our three-step sign-up process is seamless and completely paperless.
It’s a really simple way to get paid for all your temporary assignments.
Get an idea of how much you’ll earn with Exceed using our Pay Calculator, or call 0800 612 8787 and we’ll go through everything on the phone.
Don’t know the Assignment Rate? No problem. We’ll call you back with a pay illustration once we’ve spoken to your recruitment consultant.
Assumptions
The pay estimates provided by this calculator, are based on the following assumptions. Your own take home pay may vary – please Request a Pay Illustration for a calculation that’s tailored to you.
Definitions
Assignment Rate (per hour)
An Assignment Rate is NOT your rate of pay.
It’s an uplifted hourly rate paid by Hays to Exceed.
It is not the rate that you the Contractor would receive, as Exceed will need to deduct the following to calculate your Gross Salary:
Your take home pay for weeks 1 to 12 excludes any pension contributions. (This would also be your take home pay from week 13 onwards if you were to opt-out of contributions to a pension after your auto-enrolment.)
Your take home pay for week 13 onwards will reduce as you will automatically be enrolled onto the Nest workplace pension scheme, as required by UK employment law.
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Terms and Conditions
To qualify for the £14.50 weekly margin, temps who find work through Hays only must:
Exceed reserves the right to adjust our margin.
Here’s what temps and contractors say about getting paid by Exceed:
Roger Brooks2025-01-23 Very good service ,been with exceed for many years and they have always been extremely efficient every week . Highly recommended 👌 Troy Scott2025-01-22 A great umbrella company. Payment is always on time. They are always ready to help when any issues arise. Highly recommend Exceed! Emma Shields2025-01-22 Great company, always pay quickly as soon as they receive from agency, Fast responses on email, dedicated account manager is always supportive and able to answer any questions. George Spollin2025-01-22 Exceed have been providing my payroll for almost 2 years now and I must say"they have been brilliant" They respond very quickly if I have any queries and my wages are always in my bank on time. I have no hesitation in recommending their services too anyone. Zak D2025-01-22 Great service provided, any issue or queries that arises they are always happy to help. Highly recommended Samuel Quartey2025-01-22 Excellent and timely service Odartey Lamptey2024-10-27 Great company with a wonderful staff .Elle is approachable and friendly she is ever ready and quick to help me when the need arises. I recommend exceed contracting to anyone.Google rating score: 4.5 of 5, based on 60 reviews,showing our latest reviews
Compliance at Exceed is guaranteed and insured.
You can rest assured that your pay is in safe hands.
Exceed has been accredited by Professional Passport since July 2019. Their annual audits verify our compliance with all relevant legislation, HMRC tax rules, industry best practice and 360 feedback, and guarantees the accuracy and transparency of the information we provide to contractors.
Curious about how we pay temps, freelancers and locums?
Discover answers in our Help Hub, or call us on 0800 612 8787.
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