Understanding IR35 legislation and off-payroll working

Introduction

IR35 legislation and off-payroll working is still causing problems for organisations engaging contractors and freelance workers - the legislation is complex with punitive consequences if HMRC does not agree with your contractor assessments.

IR35 (off-payroll working) Course Overview 

This workshop, includes guidance published by HMRC in December 2023. It will ensure that you have understood the fundamentals, implemented all the necessary changes; and make sure you are managing contractor relationships correctly.

Who will benefit from attendance:

The course can be adapted to suit employees new to this area with limited experience of IR35 legislation; those looking for a refresher course; to those needing to expand their expert knowledge. 

HR, RESOURCING, RECRUITMENT, PAYROLL, TAX, POLICY, TALENT, LEGAL AND THOSE WITH INVOLVEMENT AND RESPONSIBILITIES WITHIN THIS AREA.

What our delegates say:

“The trainer was clearly extremely knowledgeable on a subject where we are not experts, so I certainly learned a lot from this which will hopefully stoke some engaging conversations in the business”

“Really good session!”

"Very well organised and although a long session on this it went very quickly due to the mix of topics and the excellent trainer.”

Learning objectives

By the end of the training your team will understand:

• IR35 legislation and how to assess if workers are inside (employees) or outside (off-payroll)
• How to manage contractor relationships
• Understand what IR35 best practice looks like for your organisation
• Legal framework and understanding the basics
• Have a robust and effective process for your contractor assessments
• Investigations – understanding the process
• Minimise the loss of skilled contractors

Key training topics:

• Background and iterations of IR35
• How to assess IR35
• Practical tools you can use
• Status determination statements
• Engagement options for your supply chain
• The engagement life cycle
• Responsibilities and reasonable care
• Record-keeping and auditing

All in-house training with BFI includes:

Pre-course team SWOT analysis; pre-course attendee engagement to ensure objectives and issues are addressed; trainer matched to your specific challenges; interactive and engaging course design to maximise learning outcomes; full course notes and supporting documentation; post-course analysis of team strengths and weaknesses; post-training three-month review and clinic

Make an in-house training enquiry

Click here to fill in our enquiry form or to have a confidential discussion about your requirements, please contact Catherine Ouston our Head of In-house Training on 01983 861133 or email Teamtraining@bfi.co.uk