Applications
Ready to join Umbrella Club?
Want to join the home IT contractors?
You’re in the right place
If you’ve made it here, chances are you’re not just looking for your next role, you’re looking for a smarter way to work. At Umbrella Club, independent IT contractors connect, grow, and thrive together through a trusted, peer-led community.
We’re not a recruiter. We’re not a job board. We’re a network built for Australia’s best contractors, offering real relationships, real opportunity, and long-term support. Whether you’re after curated contracts, career guidance, or peers who truly get it, you’ll find them here.
What you’ve got to look forward to
Community
- Connect with trusted IT peers
- Join local and specialist chapters
- Attend events and peer meetups
Opportunity
- Access peer-referred roles
- Trusted by leading clients
- Access to the Umbrella Club partner network
Expert support
- Get advice and benchmarking
- Upskill with peer mentoring
- Support from our experienced member support team
Are you eligible?
Umbrella Club is for established IT contractors and IT specialists who want to build a career as an IT contractor. Regardless of contracting experience, our members value more than just independence – they value community, quality, and contribution. Our members:
Have proven experience in IT and are committed to their craft
Want to work alongside peers who lift each other up
Seek fair, well-aligned contract opportunities
Believe in shared success, giving as much as they get
Are always learning, improving, and helping others do the same
Our 3-step application process
Submit your application
Review and approval
Unlock your member benefits
Start your application
Umbrella Club is built for IT contractors who want independence, without isolation. It’s for those who believe in community, in shared opportunity, and in a commitment to quality.
If you’re ready to be part of a high-performing network that delivers real value, you’re in the right place.