Insights

Insights for independent recruiters.

Practical thinking on independence, the market, and the tools shaping how recruitment works — from the team at Unknown Potential.

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Coming soon

What we’ll be writing about.

Going Independent

Decision-making, pros and cons, who it works for, and everything involved in making the move.

Earnings & Commission

How commission splits work, what's typical, and what keeping 85% of your billing actually looks like.

Finance & Tax

Self-Assessment, allowable expenses, payments on account, and what to expect in your first year as self-employed.

Compliance & Legal

IR35, restrictive covenants, GDPR, and the legal landscape for independent consultants.