Summary:-I have spent over 25 years in the recruitment / staffing industry helping establish offices in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, South Korea, Ireland, North America (x3) and Mexico. I have worked in the Middle East for two years and North America for seven years so have a very broad and good understanding of how recruitment works both in the UK and internationally.Specialties:UK & International taxation, social security, labour & immigration issues.Company insurances - Professional, Public and Employer insurance.Reviewing and negotiating client contracts predominately in the energy, mobile telecommunications and information technology sectors to effectively identify, assess and manage any compliance or legal risk ensuring favourable commercial and compliant terms are agreed.Ensuring any relevant contractual terms agreed with client are included in the contract with the employee, limited company, umbrella, payroll companies or where the worker is engaged as a freelancer. Experience with working with third party experts in overseas jurisdictions to ensure local adherence. Monitor, advise, and report on IR35 developments in compliance with UK legislation and regulations.Working with third party UK umbrella companies and compliance partners to ensure compliance is adhered to and a Preferred Supplier List is established.Good understanding of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 for seafarers. Where applicable, obtain international compliance certifications and licences i.e. AUG Labour Leasing Licence for Germany.I have a high degree of commercial acumen and am self-motivated with a 'can-do' attitude, focusing on seeking solutions and possibilities rather than impossibilities.