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Alexander Ash Consulting: Dedicated umbrella support with a personal touch

UK PayrollCase StudyUmbrella Regulations • Oct 6, 2025 10:56:38 AM • Written by: Holly Spiers

Introduction

Building trust through responsiveness and expertise

Alexander Ash Consulting, a recruitment specialist operating across financial services, professional services, and commerce and industry, works with Giant to provide umbrella services that ensure compliance and ease for both the agency and its contractors. With only one current worker using Giant’s services, the partnership is nonetheless marked by reliability, responsive account management, and a personal touch that sets Giant apart.

The challenge

Operating in highly regulated sectors such as financial and professional services, Alexander Ash Consulting needed a payroll partner that could offer assurance on compliance while providing clear, timely support. The agency required a partner that would not only manage payroll effectively but also deliver direct engagement and build a stronger working relationship.

The solution

By partnering with Giant, Alexander Ash Consulting benefits from:

  • Dedicated account management – A responsive contact who resolves queries quickly and provides reassurance when issues arise.

  • Face-to-face engagement – Unlike other providers, Giant has visited the agency in person, offering valuable insights and a stronger working relationship.

  • Expert knowledge – Guidance on the full range of services Giant can offer, keeping the team informed and confident in their payroll partner.

The results

Through its partnership with Giant, Alexander Ash Consulting:

  • Gains confidence in compliance across its umbrella workers
  • Benefits from direct, face-to-face engagement that enhances collaboration
  • Saves time by working with a responsive, knowledgeable account manager
  • Strengthens relationships with contractors by providing a trusted payroll option

Why Giant

Giant stands out as the only umbrella partner to proactively engage with Alexander Ash Consulting in person, offering valuable expertise and building trust through reliable, responsive service. This hands-on approach has established Giant as a preferred partner for compliance-led umbrella solutions.

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Holly Spiers

Head of Group Marketing