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We’ve specialised in the temporary employment market since 1992. We know what we’re doing. And all that hard work wins awards. We've been independently voted Best Umbrella Company by readers of Contractor UK – four times.
So, what can you expect from us? Our long-established umbrella is giant strongbox. Here, you become a continuous employee of giant, during and between assignments.
We provide a full package of employee benefits and protection including:
- basic pay (even when we've not been paid) for all your hours of work against approved timesheets
- resolution of any disputes with hirers (we'll sort out grievance meetings, request and collate evidence from all parties, and take appropriate action)
- calculation and payment of statutory pay (maternity, paternity and sickness) whether you have an assignment or not
- a guarantee that you will be offered at least 336 hours of work on assignment over any full 12-month period from your employment start date, paid at the basic rate of pay
- same-day payment transfers
- reimbursement of legitimate (approved) business expenses.
All this is backed up by giant's £20m corporate insurance package, with £10m Employer's Liability, £5m Professional Indemnity and £5m Public Liability for any one claim.
Our exclusive employee discount and reward scheme giant advantage is automatically available two weeks after joining us. You can save as much as £1,000 a year, thanks to special deals and discounts on more than 2,000 top brands. You're also offered a healthcare plan and Scottish Widows personal pension plan - both optional but great benefits to have.
Joining giant is easy and fast. All our employees get their own Employee Support Officer, online and on the phone. You have a 24:7 online employee portal for maximum ease and efficiency. You can track your payments, payslips and assignment history. You'll receive email or text alerts to tell you the vital statistics - like when you'll be paid and how much. You can update your details, communicate with us whenever it suits you, and lots more besides.
We have expertise in all recruitment sectors. If your skills are in IT, finance, health, education, transportation, engineering or any other area, giant is your umbrella employer of choice.