We are the UK’s only not-for-profit membership association dedicated to the self-employed.
If you’re thinking about becoming self-employed, or recently started working for yourself, congratulations! You’ve taken the first steps towards a way of working that has enormous potential for your freedom and flexibility.
It can feel scary and overwhelming to make the leap, but you don’t need to know everything about consulting, contracting or running a business to get started, or to become extremely successful.
We’re here to support you and help you make educated decisions when you’re just starting out.
You have the ideas, passion, and courage to take the first steps into self-employment. We have all the guidance and support you need to forge your own path. Let’s build your future together.
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Be part of the UK’s largest community of self-employed professionals.
Get hands-on support for starting out, with monthly resources and tasks to keep you on track.
Member benefits at a glance
From side hustles and freelancers to limited company directors and umbrella company workers, the world of self-employment is incredibly diverse. That's why IPSE membership is tailored to the different ways in which self-employed people work. Here are just a few reasons our members choose IPSE membership.
Get protected
We help you understand and manage your business risks, safe in the knowledge that we can provide tailored insurances and helplines that protect against the unforeseen.
Stay connected
We connect you to a strong and supportive network of fellow IPSE members, staff and experts that can be relied upon to advise on your needs. We help you source expertise, engage with policymakers and collaborate together to access business opportunities.
Feel empowered
We empower you with the right tools that help create a healthy and rewarding business now, and for the future. We help you develop your career through inspirational and practical content, and offer financial and wellbeing services for peace of mind.
Add your voice
Together we campaign and influence government to create a fair business environment that encourages self-employment as a career choice.
Join thousands of self-employed members who are forging their own path with us by their side.