A registered company separates your personal liability from client engagements, unlocks enterprise procurement, and signals the professionalism that consulting clients expect.
Consulting businesses have one primary requirement: a credible legal entity for client contracts. Here are the most effective structures for consultants at different stages, markets, and locations.
A UK Ltd is the gold standard for independent consultants. 24-hour formation, globally recognised, and accepted by enterprise clients across all sectors. Most UK management consultants and strategy advisors use this structure.
Consulting firms billing US corporations benefit from a US entity. US procurement teams prefer US-registered vendors for contract simplicity and tax reporting purposes.
Singapore is the most credible consulting entity for APAC-focused advisors. Strong rule of law, low 17% corporate tax, and a highly regarded international business reputation.
Confirmation statements, annual accounts, and registered office maintenance for your consulting entity. We keep the admin running so you can focus on client delivery.
Get startedUK Ltd for European and global clients; US LLC for US corporate clients; Singapore for APAC.
UK Ltd in 24-48 hours; US LLC in 24-72 hours; Singapore in 1-3 days.
We guide you through opening a business bank account for retainer and day rate billing.
We provide an MSA template and invoice format so you can start signing clients from week one.
Most independent consultants use a private limited company (UK Ltd in the UK, LLC in the US, Pte Ltd in Singapore). The main reasons are limited liability, tax efficiency (salary plus dividends in a limited company vs. all income as personal), and professional credibility with enterprise clients. Sole trader status works at lower revenue levels but becomes less optimal as billing rates increase.
Professional indemnity (PI) insurance is separate from your company structure. Most enterprise clients require consultants to hold PI insurance regardless of whether you operate as a sole trader or limited company. The company does not replace PI insurance - it provides structural liability protection, while PI covers claims arising from advice you give.
Yes. A limited company can engage sub-consultants as freelancers (self-employed, with contracts) or as employees. For freelance sub-consultants, ensure your contracts are properly structured for IR35 compliance in the UK or contractor classification in the US. We provide an MSA template that covers associate sub-contracting arrangements.
Fixed price, real-time tracking, and expert handling, from first document to final approval.
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