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Freelancer membership

The ultimate toolkit for reducing risk and growing your freelance business

Freelancer

£24 a month Incl. VAT

Who is this membership for?

Freelancer membership is for self-employed professionals providing services directly to their clients as a sole trader or freelancer.

In addition to receiving all the benefits of a Community membership, Freelancer members also have access to vital protections to help them minimise risk and protect their income.

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Freelancer benefits

In addition to receiving all the standard benefits of membership shown below, Freelancer members also have access to vital protections to help them minimise risk and protect their income.

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Illness and injury cover

Illness and injury cover

If you are ill or injured for three or more weeks and cannot work, IPSE will compensate you up to £1,500 for any loss of earnings.

Jury service cover

Jury service cover

IPSE compensates Freelancer members with up to £2,500 if you lose income due to getting called up for jury service.

Tax and VAT investigation cover

Tax investigation cover

If your tax affairs are investigated, IPSE will provide you with a team of experts who can take this off your plate, financial cover for legal fees up to £50k, and up to £250 per day compensation for tax compliance meetings up to £750.

Contract failure cover

Contract failure cover

If your end client or agency don’t meet the terms of the contract you have in place with them, we'll compensate you up to £1,000.

Managed Service Company

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Receive advice, regular Q&A sessions and protection from the next steps of HMRC’s enquires if they are involved in an MSC investigation.

More benefits

As a Freelancer member, you get the vital protection listed above, as well as all the following benefits as standard.

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Legal helpline

Tax and legal helplines

We provide you with tax, contract and legal guidance, delivered by knowledgeable and friendly experts on our helplines.

Business hub

The Business Hub

Access 100s of templates, guides and tools (created by experts) 24/7, so you never have to wait to keep your business moving forward.

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Events, training, and networking

IPSE holds a diverse range of events every year, both online and in-person, to help you expand your skills and knowledge, and make connections.

IPSE offers

Everyday savings with IPSE offers

Members can access a wide collection of rewards and savings from some of the UK’s biggest brands through IPSE offers.

Unlimited co-working

Unlimited co-working

We've partnered with AndCo who have opened up workspaces in hotels and other venues, so you can enjoy a work lifestyle like no other.

IPSE Member Directory

IPSE member directory

The member directory can help you find new clients, collaborate with other professionals, and stay up-to-date on the latest industry trends.

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Campaigning

The self-employed are stronger together. That’s why we bring you together, to champion and advocate on your behalf to government and industry.

Success Sessions

1-2-1 success sessions

Our experienced members are here to lend an ear. Book a 20 minute chat with an expert to discuss anything from finding work to data protection.

IPSE Contract Review

Discounted contract review service

We offer a professional contract review and advice if you want to ensure your contract fits within IR35 regulations, all at a discounted rate for members.

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IPSE Community

Our dedicated community fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and peer support to help you succeed in your self-employed journey.

Get peace of mind as you run your business, knowing you're covered by IPSE.

Freelancer members have access to vital protections to help them minimise risk and protect their income such as cover for illness and injury, jury service, tax & VAT investigation, contract failure, and managed service company investigations.  

With all of these insurances bundled into one membership, you're just one step away from being covered.

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Invest in yourself and watch your business thrive

Whether you're looking to gain more clients, start charging more, or upskill, IPSE has everything you need to develop professionally and grow your business.

Advance your career with access to events, training, guides, collaboration opportunities, and more, specifically created for the self-employed. Plus, become part of a supportive community to share ideas and skills through our various groups and committees, as well as the IPSE member directory.

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You’re in good company

Join thousands of self-employed members who are forging their own path with us by their side.

Membership comparison

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Community
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Kickstart
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Umbrella
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Freelancer
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Director
Tax and legal helplines
IPSE offers
Unlimited co-working
Business Hub
Events, networking & training
Member directory
Campaigning
Advice and guidance
Discounted contract review
1-2-1 success sessions
IPSE Incubator
Add-on
Add-on
Add-on
Add-on
Illness and injury cover
Up to £1,500
Up to £1,500
Up to £2,000
Jury service cover
Up to £2,500 per claim
Up to £2,500 per claim
Up to £5,000 per claim
Tax & VAT investigation cover
Cover for legal fees up to £50k
Cover for legal fees up to £50k, £250 per day for loss of earnings up to £750
Up to £100k for legal fees, £500 per day for loss of earnings up to £1,500 (including IR35 cover)
Managed Service Company cover
Contract failure cover
Up to £1,000
Up to £1,000
Run-off IR35 enquiry cover
Cover for legal fees up to £25k
Umbrella default cover
Up to £3,000
Tax pre-dispute cover
End client or agency failure cover
Up to £10k for loss of earnings
Member support programme
£15 per month
Upgrade or cancel any time
£16 per month
*minimum annual subscription
£24 per month
*minimum annual subscription
£24 per month
*minimum annual subscription
£35 per month
*minimum annual subscription

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Reach out to the IPSE membership team for all of your queries about membership on 0208 897 9970 or through our contact form.

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Book a call back with our membership team to discuss how we can support you and your business, at a time that suits you best.

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