PSC contracts for use with your contractors

Contracts are absolutely key for managing IR35 and must support a genuine business relationship.

Whether you need a contract for inside or outside IR35 situations, your contract should reflect the arrangements and protect your interests.

Lawspeed: Specialist contracts for the recruitment industry since 1997

Why choose a Lawspeed PSC contract?

Why a strong PSC contract works

As well as keeping your contractors happy, a strong properly drafted contract that reflects the work being done, and your interests, always helps.

Lawspeed PSC contracts have supported agencies and contractors since 1999, even before the onset of IR35. With yet more tax and rights legislation coming down the line, company contractors will likely emerge again as a reliable, minimally invasive resource.

A strong contract is an essential component in managing IR35 status and protecting your position commercially.

Support Outside IR35

Our contracts underpin outside IR35 arrangements effectively. As proper business contracts, they cover all the key elements including control, substitution and risk, whilst protecting your interests.

Commercial Protection

Whilst IR35 is an important factor, these easily implementable terms do not compromise on commercial protection. Allowing for suitable termination and protection from inappropriate payment claims, your risk of loss is minimised.

Comprehensive Coverage

All key aspects are covered comprehensively. This includes standards of work and conduct, confidentiality, data protection, IPR, liabilities, opt out and insurance.

Trusted by Insurers

Because of our robust legal framework and industry standing, Lawspeed PSC contracts are accepted by typical IR35 insurance providers.

Built for the real world.

What makes a Lawspeed PSC contract different?

We are not just IR35 or commercial contract specialists, we are recruitment specialists. Our PSC product is built from years of expertise and industry knowledge.

Our first ever PSC contract was drafted in 1998, with the IR35 friendly version before IR35 even came into law.

Our contracts are built for the real world rather than a simple bullet point check list.
Best used for reflecting a project, statement of work (SOW), or definitive piece of work where IR35 is key, rather than an ongoing arrangement (though also capable of support time and materials arrangements).
The terms are highly protective, providing clear lines regarding tax compliance (including indemnification) and the absence employment rights. They also include commercial protection in case of a change of status or client position.
We offer framework or single contract options. The framework can be used whether the conduct regulations apply or an opt out is in place, and includes a built in opt out.
The same terms can be deployed whether the engagement involves the client determining status under the off payroll rules, the client is a small company or even where the engagement is inside IR35.

How it works

Simple. Secure. Compliant.

Just like all of our contracts, these contracts are designed for absolute ease of use.
Deploy securely as a framework or a single contract option depending on your operational needs.
Manage your contractors confidently, knowing commercial balance is met by strong drafting from industry specialists.
Monthly subscription and package options available.

The original recruitment law specialists

Why recruitment businesses trust Lawspeed

Over 25 years specialising in recruitment law

Trusted by over 1000+ UK recruitment businesses

Ongoing compliance updates built in

The ultimate PSC solution

You're in control with a Lawspeed PSC contract

Secure your highly-skilled contractors with an agreement that manages IR35 status without stripping away your commercial rights.

PSC contract FAQs

When is this contract best used?

These contracts are designed for use with Personal Service Company contractors. They are best used for reflecting a project, statement of work (SOW), or a definitive piece of work where IR35 is key, rather than just an ongoing arrangement, though also capable of support time and materials arrangements.

Will an IR35-friendly contract weaken my commercial position?

No. Support for an outside IR35 arrangement is achieved without compromising on commercial protection. Whilst IR35 is an important factor, the terms do not compromise on commercial protection (such as the unfettered right to substitute or complete autonomy over work timing and delivery).

What happens if the client changes their position on IR35?

Lawspeed contracts anticipate shifting landscapes. The agreement includes commercial protection in case of a change of status or client position, ensuring your agency isn't left exposed.