IR35: a complex challenge

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Malt is your IR35 partner every step of the way

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On-demand risk assessment

We partnered with legal experts to develop a unique risk assessment tool that reviews each freelancer collaboration. This ensures you can structure projects confidently.

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Standardised contracts

We ensure every project uses standardised contract templates that meet the legal requirements of genuine freelance work, and are reviewed and approved by your Legal team. Our legal experts are available to answer all your questions around Malt’s model and work with you to set up a compliant legal framework.

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Bulletproof project management

Manage the contracts, quotes and invoices for all your freelance projects on one easy-to-use platform. Task-based and time-based quotes ensure engagements are framed with a defined scope and have clear deliverables.

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Verified freelancer legal documents

Every freelancer goes through a rigorous verification process. We check their business registration, tax information, and verify they operate as self-employed entrepreneurs

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Advanced analytics & reporting

Protect your business from worker misclassification with our compliance monitoring features that give a 360° view of your freelancer's status, documents, and other vital information. With our robust reporting dashboards you get detailed visibility on your entire freelance workforce

100,000 companies stay compliant with Malt

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SDS Tool with Kingsbridge

We work with Kingsbridge, a specialist contractor insurance broker and market-leading IR35 consultancy to equip you with the best tools to confidently collaborate with freelancers.

FAQ

Misclassification is a term referring to any instance where a worker is incorrectly categorised as an independent contractor instead of an employee. Misclassifying freelancers can result in fines, back taxes, and reputational damage. With the right guidance it can be avoided. Read more >>

Both freelancers and companies are responsible for reducing misclassification. Freelancers are responsible for registering their businesses in accordance with local laws.

On the other hand, companies are responsible for ensuring that their engagement with freelancers complies with local labour and tax laws, including correctly classifying workers. Read more >>

As a part of our thorough checking process, Malt reviews freelancers’ identity and paperwork to ensure they’re compliant with workforce classification and payment regulations.

For freelancers on Malt: we ask for a legal form, company name and address, registration number, and a VAT number (if applicable). Since our payment partners conduct KYC and KYB verifications for freelancers, they may ask them for documents like proof of identity, proof of company registration, and articles of association. In addition, we also verify complementary documents per local regulations (e.g., the attestation de vigilance in France).

For clients using Malt: we ask for the company name, registration number, VAT number, a legal headquarter address and billing information. Read more >>

  • IR35 legislation: This ensures freelancers are correctly classified as either self-employed or employees for tax purposes. Businesses need to evaluate working relationships to avoid reclassification.
  • Agency worker regulation: Freelancers shall not be placed under the supervision and direction of end clients
  • Data protection: Adherence to the Data Protection Act 2018 (aligned with GDPR) is essential when handling freelancer information.
  • Conduct regulations: The regulations provide a minimum set of standards that must be adhered to when placing a freelancer into a project
  • Post-brexit changes: Cross-border hiring with EU freelancers requires awareness of updated regulations. Read more >>

Protect yourself from legal risk. Contact us today