The Sterling Group Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just have to say i have been dealing with a lady at Sterling called Kelly , and she is by far the most helpful person iv dealt with . I'm genuinely not one for leaving people reviews good or bad , b... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful Absolutely awful. You pay tax. National insurance. THEIR national insurance. An apprentice levy. All tallies up to approx 40% of wages. 40%. Absolutely unbelievable!!... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Called with enquiry and spoke to Holly She made the process very easy, by explaining quickly how to proceed She had a full understanding of the umbrella service and attributes that ca... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sarah from Sterling has been extremely helpful and very patient and helping me set up the app and talked me through how to summit expenses on the portal correctly . I have spoke to Sarah 3 times on th... See more

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As one of the longest established contractor organisations in the UK, the team at Sterling ensures that contractors and agencies receive the highest quality services, from umbrella PAYE solutions, CIS contractors services, limited company contractor se...


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4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam

Scam! Stay away
Loophole company ,a fair company will pay their tax !

23 April 2024
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We are keen to understand your query in more detail, please get in touch to discuss this with us on 01925 626200 and we would be happy to assist. Alternatively, you can email info@thesterlinggroup.co.uk

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Laura really helped me out with my…

Laura really helped me out with my queries on sorting my expenses and how to submit expense and even called me back later with a update with some of the questions I asked her earlier

15 March 2024
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Reply from The Sterling Group

Thank you for your kind review. We aim to deliver on service. I will ensure Laure receives your comments.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a query regarding my UTR and…

I had a query regarding my UTR and setting up my account, this was dealt with very quickly by the team and great support over the phone.

23 February 2024
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Thank you for your kind review. We aim to deliver on service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best Sterling Customer Service experience to Date

Sarah Munro attended to my concerns. She was very patient and quite knowledgeable about using the app and its functionalities.
She explained thoroughly making sure the isasue was solved there and then.

7 December 2023
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Thank you for your kind review. We aim to deliver on service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Based in the UK with UK staff.

Sterling's customer service is 100%.
The phone is normally picked up within two to three rings. And I would personally like to thank Sarah M who I have now dealt with on two occasions. She is so helpful and explained everything I was asking her.

7 December 2023
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Thank you for your kind review. We aim to deliver on service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Such a good and friendly team to liaise…

Such a good and friendly team to liaise with, I contacted Sarah who managed to resolve my issue and even rung me back to inform me it was 100% resolved.

12 December 2023
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Thank you so much for your lovely review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good communication

Good communication. If I need information regarding pension matters or anything to do with my pay it was communicated on WhatsApp straight away, quick replies, can’t fault them.

12 December 2023
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Thank you so much for your lovely review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As a contractor needing umbrella…

As a contractor needing umbrella company services, was with them for several years and had no complaints and enjoyed a hassle free service. All my questions were dealt with promptly so conclude good value for money and would recommend .

8 December 2023
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Thank you so much for your lovely review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Be very happy with the concern and…

Be very happy with the concern and availability! They managed to turn the situation around and I'm very grateful! Thank you very much !

9 December 2023
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Thank you so much for your lovely review.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Phone query

Phone call was quickly answered and the query dealt with very efficiently.
Overall a great experience.

4 December 2023
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Thank you so much for your lovely review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Needed help with expenses…

Needed help working out my expenses and mileage on the app and Laura was fantastic , really helpful knowledgeable and great communication skills , thanks Laura I now know how it works 👍

1 December 2023
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Thank you so much for your lovely review. I will ensure this is passed on.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Savannah was very helpful.

Savannah was very helpful and talked me through everything I wanted and needed to know about the app. Got everything sorted for me on the call.

29 November 2023
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Thank you so much for your lovely review.

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