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Orca Pods

by Robert Sharp

I have been involved in the Umbrella and Payroll Industry for nearly 20 years. Whilst I have seen the industry change profoundly, one thing that remains is that it’s still unregulated.With monies circulating the industry that rival the Premier League, these no holds barred Orca Pods we will be swimming in shark infested waters, discussing the topics no one wants to speak about, the hidden and shadowy practices and what is being done to change the industries perception and its very survival.

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Episodes

  1. The Real Impact of JSL on Umbrellas, Agencies and End Clients

    If you run a recruitment business, work with umbrella companies, or sit anywhere in the supply chain, the next 12 to 18 months will force decisions you can no longer avoid. I’m joined by Joe Taffurelli, an umbrella industry veteran with deep government and policy insight, to talk honestly about...

  2. Employment Rights Bill Roadmap: From Day One Rights to 2027 Implementation with Paul Chamberlain

    The Employment Rights Bill has been delayed, so what does that mean for businesses? The Employment Rights Bill didn't get Royal Assent before summer recess as expected, but that might actually be good news for businesses. I'm back with employment law expert Paul Chamberlain to break down the...

  3. Umbrella Company Reform: Joint Several Liability Changes Everything

    This episode tackles the most significant change to hit the umbrella company sector in decades - the introduction of joint and several liability (JSL). I'm joined by an incredible panel of industry experts who break down what this radical shift means for recruitment agencies, end clients, and...

  4. The UK Employment Bill Breakdown: Everything Changes Now with Paul Chamberlain

    Is your business ready for the Employment Bill set to transform everything? The UK's new Employment Bill is set to change the workplace landscape in ways that could make or break businesses across the country. That’s why you need to be ready, that’s why you need to hear this episode. I am joined…

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  5. The Budget’s Implications for Umbrella Companies with Thomas Wallace

    The Labour Government’s budget has landed. So, what does this mean for the umbrella industry? Put simply the implications are huge. To discuss the impacts being faced by umbrella companies, and the labour market I am privileged to be joined by Thomas Wallace, the Director of WTT. Tom is an expert...

  6. The Risks and Consequences of Data Breaches with Luke Beckley

    Is your company doing the right thing with people’s data? We all hear about data protection. We all see it on websites we visit with Cookie pop ups all over the place. But are managing it in an ethical way? I wanted to explore this hugely important topic for umbrella companies with Luke Beckley…

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  7. Doing the right thing in the umbrella industry with Luke Shannon-Little

    The umbrella industry is full of challenges and opportunities. Done right the perception of the industry could change for the better. In this episode I am joined by Luke Shannon-Little, Managing Director of Bishopsgate Group and Founder of the Umbrella Leaders Association. Luke shares his journey...

  8. The most hated man in the Umbrella Industry? With Drey Francis

    This man needs no introduction to those in the umbrella industry. Known for speaking his mind, shaking up the sector and not giving a shit if he ruffles feathers. Drey Francis may well be the most hated person in the umbrella industry, which is why I wanted to find out what makes him tick. He is...

  9. Revolutionising payroll compliance with Sébastien Sauca

    For decades umbrella companies have had no regulation. This meant a lack of protection for workers and umbrella companies being non-compliant in their practices to avoid taxes. But now SafeRec is a company looking to change all that, and in this episode I am joined by the CEO Sébastien Sauca. He...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

I have been involved in the Umbrella and Payroll Industry for nearly 20 years. Whilst I have seen the industry change profoundly, one thing that remains is that it’s still unregulated.With monies circulating the industry that rival the Premier League, these no holds barred Orca Pods we will be swimming in shark infested waters, discussing the topics no one wants to speak about, the hidden and shadowy practices and what is being done to change the industries perception and its very survival.

HOSTED BY

Robert Sharp

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I have been involved in the Umbrella and Payroll Industry for nearly 20 years. Whilst I have seen the industry change profoundly, one thing that remains is that it’s still unregulated.With monies circulating the industry that rival the Premier League, these no holds barred Orca Pods we will be...

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