How do we classify freelancers vs employees?

Factorial allows you to manage both with different contract types and permissions. You can track IR35 status, payment structures, and ensure proper classification for tax and legal purposes.

Is there IR35 compliance support?

Yes, you can store IR35 assessments, contract classifications, and maintain documentation that demonstrates proper freelancer vs employee determination.

Can we track retainer vs project-based work?

Absolutely. Use project features and custom fields to distinguish between retainer clients and project-based engagements, tracking time and deliverables differently.

How do we manage our talent pool?

Maintain a database of pre-vetted freelancers with their skills, rates, availability, and past performance. Quickly find and assign the right talent when opportunities arise.

Can we prevent conflicts of interest?

Yes, track client assignments and use custom fields to flag potential conflicts. You can see who's working with which clients and prevent competitive assignments.

HR Made Simple for Modern Creative Teams

Centralise contracts, availability, and feedback for hybrid teams of freelancers and full-time creatives.

Talent Pool Management

Availability Tracking

IR35 Ready

Everything Creative Networks Need

Freelancer Database

Maintain a searchable database of freelance talent with skills, rates, and availability.

Availability Tracking

See who's available, who's booked, and plan capacity across projects and clients.

Contract Templates

Store standardized contracts, NDAs, and agreements for quick freelancer onboarding.

Project Assignment

Track which freelancers are assigned to which projects and client accounts.

Feedback Collection

Gather and store feedback on freelancer performance for future project matching.

Skills & Portfolio Tracking

Maintain portfolios, specializations, and skill sets for each creative professional.

Built for Hybrid Creative Operations

Manage your talent pool — Keep a database of vetted freelancers with skills, portfolios, and performance history for quick project matching

Stay compliant — Track IR35 status, maintain proper contract classification, and ensure tax compliance for all worker types

Streamline onboarding — Use contract templates and automated workflows to bring new freelancers onboard quickly for time-sensitive projects

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