If a freelancer is represented by an agency, the agency's representatives can accept bookings and claim payments on the freelancer’s behalf using the .
This process is managed through an Agent record. Each agency will have an Agent record to which freelancers are linked in our system. Each Agent record will have a main agent representative, and we can also set up substitute agent representatives. Due to system constraints, a freelancer can only be linked to one Agent record at a time.
Freelancers linked to an agent will not have access to the FPP. Only the agency's representatives can access the portal, and this link will apply to all ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ bookings.
The FPP supports agencies that:
- Wish to have multiple agent representatives (including substitutes) log in with their own credentials to access the same freelancers.
- Wish to have agent representatives log in with their own credentials to access different freelancers, such as only those they represent.
Agent Terminology
- Agency: The overall agency company.
- Main Agent Rep: The individual at the agency who directly represents freelancers. This person will be our main contact and will receive contracts, remittances, and general communications. Their name will appear at the end of the agency name in SmartBook to ensure our bookers select the correct agent code, especially for agencies with agent reps accessing different freelancers.
- Substitute Agent Rep: An individual at the agency who assists the main agent rep in representing freelancers. They can see the same freelancers as the main agent rep but will not receive contract or remittance information.
Use the below tiles to access detailed information and guidance on each subject area.
Agent Records
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My Agent Record
Important information on your Agent record, and why it is so important in your role as the Agent of a ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Freelancer.
Agent Systems
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Systems
Information on the systems that will be mentioned throughout your time managing a Freelancer at the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½.
Agent Payments
Please select the appropriate tile for your client's employment status. While working at the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½, it is crucial to be aware of and understand your client's employment status, as this can impact them in several ways. It will determine their payment method and the terms and conditions of their engagement with the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½, which may vary based on their status. The employment status is reflected in their booking type.
There are four different Booking Types for ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Freelancers:
- PAYE (Worker) - Paid PAYE
- Modus Gross (Worker) - Paid Gross
- Service Company (Self Employed) - Paid Gross
- Self Employed - Paid Gross
Further information on employment status and what it means for an individual can be found .
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Gross Payments
Important information on how to manage payments for a Gross paid ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Freelancer -
PAYE Payments
Important information on how to manage payments for a PAYE ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Freelancer
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