Personalised 1-to-1 Consulting to Help You Succeed in Contracting
Whether you’re just exploring contracting or have completed our course and need extra guidance, our 1-to-1 consultation is here for you. With tailored advice from subject matter experts (SMEs), you'll leave with clear direction, confidence, and actionable steps to move your career forward.
.webp)
An Expert for Every Doubt You May Have!
Our subject matter experts cover all things contracting, but if you have specific challenges in mind, we've got specialists who can dive deep into your individual concerns.
Our SMEs Cover:
Contracting SMEs
Our contracting SMEs are here to provide you with expert guidance and support in navigating your contracting journey. Whether you require assistance with your contracting infrastructure, tips on navigating market conditions, or need a bit of reassurance in your migration process, our experts are here to help you advance your contracting career.
Recruitment SMEs
Our recruitment SMEs are available to give you personalised advice on recruiter engagement strategies, CV and portfolio optimisation, and interview preparation. They help you bypass all the pitfalls in recruitment onboarding to ensure you’re well-positioned to attract lucrative contract opportunities.
Accounting SMEs
Our accounting partners offer valuable insight and support into navigating tax planning and optimisation, IR35, and financial reporting. They ensure you stay on top of your fiscal obligations and make informed decisions to guarantee maximised efficiency and monetary returns.
Book Your SME
Select from our subject matter experts below:
Tiago Jackson
Contracting Expert
London, UK
BIO
👋🏾 Hey! In my 17 years of experience in the research and operations space, I have hired hundreds of contractors and helped many others build successful contracting careers. In May 2023, I left my PAYE role as Director of Operations to pursue full-time contracting and entrepreneurship... I haven’t looked back since!
My Random Fact:
I attended the 2019 Libertadores final in Lima, Peru, where I saw my team win the cup after 38 years! #scenes! 🏆
Annabel Austin
Contracting Expert
Surrey, UK
BIO
👋🏻 Hi! I’ve been contracting since I was 18, enjoying the freedom to work with a variety of clients, from multinational companies to smaller agencies that focus on areas I care about. Over the years, I’ve built a career that has given me financial independence and the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world. 😊
My Random Fact:
I train in acrobatics on the weekend. 🤸🏼
Catherine Austin
Contracting Expert
London, UK
BIO
👋🏻 Hello! Around seven years ago, I walked away from a stable PAYE job with a clear career path and promotion on the table to become a contractor. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made! The income, location and time control have completely changed our family's quality of life.
My Random Fact:
I am currently programming my own computer game. Ask me how that is going! 👾
Gareth Officer
Recruitment Expert
Belfast, UK
BIO
👋🏼 Hey! I've spent over a decade in the recruitment world, helping major global organisations and fast-growing start-ups scale and succeed. As an active contractor myself, I understand the freedom it offers, and I'm here to help you navigate your own journey—whether it's CV tips, interview prep, or how to maximise recruitment engagement, I've got you covered!
My Random Fact:
When I'm not helping others with their careers, you'll probably find me working on my golf swing! ⛳
Joe Blogs
Accounting Expert
London, Uk
BIO
👋 Hey there! I’m Joe Blogs, the self-proclaimed financing wizard with a passion for balancing spreadsheets and drinking way too much coffee. With 10 years of “experience” in the accounting world, I’ve conquered more tax forms than dragons in video games (which is a lot, trust me).
My Random Fact:
I once convinced my cat to let me claim him as a business expense. Unfortunately, the IRS didn’t find it as funny. 🐱�
What You Can Expect From Your 1-to-1 Session
Tailored Strategies:
Receive customised advice and action plans specifically designed to address your individual challenges and goals in the contracting world.
Expert Guidance:
Benefit from the insights and expertise of industry specialists who have in-depth knowledge of the contracting landscape.
Fully Remote:
Our consultations are all online and remote. You can talk to us from wherever is convenient for you.
Practical Solutions:
Get clear, actionable recommendations that you can implement immediately.
The Goal:
Help transform your career with contracting in a safe and low-risk manner.
Consultation Format:
Online
45-minutes
Pricing:
£85 per session
Approximately 30% cheaper than the UK average*
Our Success Stories:
After working with UK-based companies for almost ten years, my career had really stagnated. Multiple broken promises from former employers left me feeling like years of hard work had been wasted, leaving me dejected and often depressed. I stumbled across TCA via their outreach and decided to give it a go. Thank God I did. Within two months of completing the course and having my consultation sessions, I’ve already started to see positive results in my career progression and yearly income potential. I’m looking forward to seeing where contracting will take me, but it’s already very clear that it will get me a lot further than 9-to-5 did… and that’s something worth working hard for!
Nicolas G
,
33
Paris
Project Manager
In only three consultations, I went from being down and depressed to having an actionable map to completely change my income, work-life balance and career. I'm starting to work on the contracting infrastructure and have never felt so excited about my work prospects. If you're feeling lost or are struggling with a career block, this may well be the answer you've been looking for!
Junior M
,
33
London
Senior Public Servant @ The Greater London Authority Consultant
After graduating from UCL, I was really struggling to land my first role. I would get interviews but fall at the later stages (often due to clearance). A friend from UCL told me about TCA; I purchased the course and got a consultation session. The course was a revelation and taught me things I had never even heard about before. But it was my session with Annabel that tied everything together. Since then, I’ve landed a contract in Dubai and will be able to return to the UK with solid international experience in my field. It’s been nothing short of transformational.
Umair
,
24
London
Chemical Engineer
The SME consultations were tremendous and well worth the investment if you're serious about contracting. Tiago Was Knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and really understood where I was coming from. I left every session feeling a lot more confident and have since landed multiple contracts (both in the UK and abroad)!
Martinez R
,
33
SME Sessions
Digital Infrastructure Consultant
The "How to Become a Contractor" course was great, but I was left with a few specific questions relating to my own circumstances. The consultation sessions not only ironed out all of these, but also helped along the migration process. Thanks to these sessions, I'm now operating outside IR35 with a retainer contract of almost £70,000, and the ability to attract more!
Paulo B
,
37
London
Senior Technical Consultant
After working with UK-based companies for almost ten years, my career had really stagnated. Multiple broken promises from former employers left me feeling like years of hard work had been wasted, leaving me dejected and often depressed. I stumbled across TCA via their outreach and decided to give it a go. Thank God I did. Within two months of completing the course and having my consultation sessions, I’ve already started to see positive results in my career progression and yearly income potential. I’m looking forward to seeing where contracting will take me, but it’s already very clear that it will get me a lot further than 9-to-5 did… and that’s something worth working hard for!
Nicolas G
,
33
Paris
Project Manager
In only three consultations, I went from being down and depressed to having an actionable map to completely change my income, work-life balance and career. I'm starting to work on the contracting infrastructure and have never felt so excited about my work prospects. If you're feeling lost or are struggling with a career block, this may well be the answer you've been looking for!
Junior M
,
33
London
Senior Public Servant @ The Greater London Authority Consultant
After graduating from UCL, I was really struggling to land my first role. I would get interviews but fall at the later stages (often due to clearance). A friend from UCL told me about TCA; I purchased the course and got a consultation session. The course was a revelation and taught me things I had never even heard about before. But it was my session with Annabel that tied everything together. Since then, I’ve landed a contract in Dubai and will be able to return to the UK with solid international experience in my field. It’s been nothing short of transformational.
Umair
,
24
London
Chemical Engineer
The SME consultations were tremendous and well worth the investment if you're serious about contracting. Tiago Was Knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and really understood where I was coming from. I left every session feeling a lot more confident and have since landed multiple contracts (both in the UK and abroad)!
Martinez R
,
33
SME Sessions
Digital Infrastructure Consultant
The "How to Become a Contractor" course was great, but I was left with a few specific questions relating to my own circumstances. The consultation sessions not only ironed out all of these, but also helped along the migration process. Thanks to these sessions, I'm now operating outside IR35 with a retainer contract of almost £70,000, and the ability to attract more!
Paulo B
,
37
London
Senior Technical Consultant
The SME consultations were tremendous and well worth the investment if you're serious about contracting. Tiago Was Knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and really understood where I was coming from. I left every session feeling a lot more confident and have since landed multiple contracts (both in the UK and abroad)!
Martinez R
,
33
SME Sessions
Digital Infrastructure Consultant
The "How to Become a Contractor" course was great, but I was left with a few specific questions relating to my own circumstances. The consultation sessions not only ironed out all of these, but also helped along the migration process. Thanks to these sessions, I'm now operating outside IR35 with a retainer contract of almost £70,000, and the ability to attract more!
Paulo B
,
37
London
Senior Technical Consultant
After graduating from UCL, I was really struggling to land my first role. I would get interviews but fall at the later stages (often due to clearance). A friend from UCL told me about TCA; I purchased the course and got a consultation session. The course was a revelation and taught me things I had never even heard about before. But it was my session with Annabel that tied everything together. Since then, I’ve landed a contract in Dubai and will be able to return to the UK with solid international experience in my field. It’s been nothing short of transformational.
Umair
,
24
London
Chemical Engineer
In only three consultations, I went from being down and depressed to having an actionable map to completely change my income, work-life balance and career. I'm starting to work on the contracting infrastructure and have never felt so excited about my work prospects. If you're feeling lost or are struggling with a career block, this may well be the answer you've been looking for!
Junior M
,
33
London
Senior Public Servant @ The Greater London Authority Consultant
After working with UK-based companies for almost ten years, my career had really stagnated. Multiple broken promises from former employers left me feeling like years of hard work had been wasted, leaving me dejected and often depressed. I stumbled across TCA via their outreach and decided to give it a go. Thank God I did. Within two months of completing the course and having my consultation sessions, I’ve already started to see positive results in my career progression and yearly income potential. I’m looking forward to seeing where contracting will take me, but it’s already very clear that it will get me a lot further than 9-to-5 did… and that’s something worth working hard for!
Nicolas G
,
33
Paris
Project Manager
Got Questions? We've Got Answers!
If you don't find the answer you're looking for here, feel free to reach out to hello@thecontractorsacademy.com, or book a 1-to-1 consultation [here].
How long is each consultation?
Our remote, 1-to-1 consultation sessions last around 45 minutes. This ensures our SMEs can give you the time, care and attention you deserve.
Do I need to prepare for my consultation?
Nope. Unless you’re following up on a previous consultation where it’s been stated otherwise, we’ll only need you to fill in the pre-booking form with what you want to cover in your consultation. The more detailed, the better, as this will help our SMEs prepare for the call and ensure we’re tailoring the consultation to your needs.
Can I choose the kind of expert I talk to?
Absolutely! You can choose to have a session with the specialist who best meets your needs: contracting or recruitment—they're all there for you!
Please Note: All bookings are subject to SME availability.
Can I book multiple sessions at once?
You can, but we recommend booking one session at a time. If you feel like you would benefit from another session, you can book it after your initial consultation.
Can I reschedule?
Yes. You can reschedule your appointment up to 24 hours before the consultation session.
Ready to Build a Career That Works for You?
Unlock Your Earning Power: Start making what you truly deserve.
Live on Your Terms: Work when and how you want.
Take Charge of Your Future: Choose contracts that add value to your career.
Get Expert Support: Navigate contracting with personalised guidance.
