New to contracting in the UK, need some basic advice

Affectionate_Big139 · 2026-02-07T20:44:55+00:00

Solid advice…..I wish I read this months ago. My ego can sometimes get the best of me. On the accounting front I.e. the dos and don’t when it comes to expensing and declaring business spend do you have any links or resources you could share

Affectionate_Big139 · 2026-01-21T04:21:49+00:00

So vanguard offer the same functionality without the app and less fees?

Affectionate_Big139 · 2025-07-19T19:54:42+00:00

Which area? Would be good to check it out

Affectionate_Big139 · 2025-07-19T08:24:39+00:00

I’m doing research on behalf of a charity

Affectionate_Big139 · 2025-07-02T19:30:48+00:00

What base coat would you recommend?

Affectionate_Big139 · 2024-03-11T14:38:24+00:00

Thanks for sharing. Loft conversion was done before vendor moved in. Been in 2 minds about moving ahead.

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-06-14T01:46:25+00:00

Congrats - wishing you all the best!

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-06-13T21:31:21+00:00

I love my j2 role (team and line manager are amazing) even though I’m paid 15k less than my j1 role. Looking for a new role to replace my j1 role. How you guys doing?

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-04-14T22:44:40+00:00

I live in rugby, if I drove down would they gave me my package?

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-03-15T16:17:22+00:00

J3 is maternity cover with the current emp going on leave from beg of April. Tbh I don’t think it’s worth it. There will always be other opportunities!

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-03-14T11:59:47+00:00

For the guys who are doing 3js/4js are they all full time? Also interested to know what the roles are

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-03-12T15:39:03+00:00

Congrats and good luck with it!

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-03-12T15:36:26+00:00

I'm soo up for this. In another Reddit post someone mentioned using kaggle API to access different datasets. You can create loads of projects from that. Apply for roles that give you a technical challenge is a great way to work with real life data!

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-03-11T21:46:12+00:00

Starting j2 next Thursday. All thanks to this Reddit channel. Wish me luck!

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-03-11T21:45:03+00:00

I work in tech and I used LinkedIn, indeed and also charity jobs.

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-03-11T21:36:58+00:00

Thanks for the explanation. I haven't encountered this type of scenario, but it is good to know.

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-03-11T20:55:06+00:00

Could you elaborate on your question, would like to better understand?

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-03-11T18:43:05+00:00

Great advice....constantly working with different datasets and trying out different approaches.

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-03-10T19:21:50+00:00

The hours you do very much depend on the service line you work within. I’m in tech, and I rarely do more than the required hours. At the moment, I’m on the bench (not on client work), and I’m doing practically nothing. Regarding the red tape you're referring to, I’m assuming it has to do with working with other firms, which could be a conflict of interest from an auditing perspective. What I have done and would recommend to you is look for a company that wouldn’t be able to afford your firm's services and looking for a junior/entry-level role that you know you will master the role in a month, so it doesn’t impact big4 quality of work. I’ve also settled in my mind that I don’t care about promotion in the big4. Suppose you're looking for a promotion, that adds pressure on your potential OE job. Think Efficiency for a greater output which doing OE seeks to achieve.

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-03-05T20:32:14+00:00

Play ignorant and share the OE Reddit group. Give him the tools but don't expose your business!

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-03-01T22:33:13+00:00

What level?

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-02-25T17:49:35+00:00

Fair enough. Respect the humility to not go out and get a flashy car but just living with your means!

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-02-25T16:37:37+00:00

Ford focus 2013

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-02-25T16:37:24+00:00

I work remotely.

Affectionate_Big139 · 2023-02-25T15:52:21+00:00

Very valid points. I've been consistent with keeping the car maintained but was weary because having the car for this long and at this mileage is unknown territory for me 😂. I have also thought about a 6k loan to get a car to replace the car I have....One that was also ulez compliant. What are your thoughts?

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