Gain more from your IT career
Contracting offers freedom, but it shouldn’t come at the cost of support, connection, or career progression. Umbrella Club is a member-led community built for skilled IT contractors who want to grow together, not alone.
Whether you’re between contracts, starting your contracting career, building your network, or sharpening your skills, here you’ll find the people and support that elevate your career.
Membership that delivers more
At Umbrella Club, membership means more than just work; it’s about building a sustainable, supported career. With a curated network and member-only perks, we’re here to offer real value for IT contractors who want to work smarter, not harder.
Exclusive membership
Be part of something bigger
Proactive sales support
You’re never selling alone.
Peer-powered job support
Support each other into your next role.
Extensive member network
Connection, not competition.
Client partner access
Direct access to top clients.
Specialist chapters & events
Grow your network and your knowledge.
Your pathway to joining Umbrella Club
Submit your application
Application review
Join and thrive!
Is Umbrella Club right for you?
Umbrella Club is right for you if…
- You don’t want to stay alone in your contracting career
- You value community, connection, and peer support
- You’re open to contributing as much as receiving
- You want to grow professionally and personally
- You believe in the power of people helping people
Umbrella Club isn’t right for you if…
- You prefer to go it completely alone
- You’re not interested in engaging with others
- You’re not open to learning, sharing, or collaborating
Hear from your
future peers
Richard Serpell
As a member I am enjoying every aspect of Umbrella Club. Anyone in my network with the background in project management, data, architecture or cyber security, who is looking for a new opportunity, might like to learn more about Umbrella Club. Please make contact with me if you’re interested.
Patrick Goessens
It’s a great experience to be a member of Umbrella Club . It’s a great platform for self-employed professionals to extend your network, find like-minded people, and simplify the process of finding new projects or clients.
Arno Commandeur
Co-Founder
As co-founder of Umbrella Club, Arno brings his valuable experience from his time as CEO and owner of several companies. During this time, Arno developed a deep appreciation for the power of communities of independent professionals. When individual contractors band together – the rewards are great! Together with Walter Buter, Arno now brings a new kind of community to Australia as Umbrella Club.
Walter Buter
Founder and CEO
Walter emigrated to Australia in early 2018, bringing with him years of experience building a successful company in the Netherlands. Drawing inspiration from community-based staffing models that had thrived in Europe, he adapted these concepts to fit the Australian market. This led to the creation of Umbrella Club, a unique solution tailored to meet the needs of IT contractors while fostering a strong sense of community.
Are you ready to level up your career?
Grow with a powerhouse network
Earn more with expert negotiation
Access exclusive contract opportunities
Keep your career moving forward
Connect with premium clients first
Focus on work, not admin
Sharpen your skills with mentorship
Build authority and credibility
Stay in demand with referrals
New to Umbrella Club?
We’re not a recruiter or job board; we’re a community built for results. Inspired by proven models overseas and tailored for the Australian market, Umbrella Club offers a smarter, more connected way to contract. Our approach is built on three pillars:
Community
Where IT professionals back each other through real relationships and shared success.
Opportunity
Referrals and connections flow through trust, not cold outreach or databases.
Expert support
Mentoring, negotiation help, and career advice are available when you need them, but they are never in your way.
Ready to unlock community, opportunity and expert support?
Your career. Your community. Your choice. Your skills have taken you far; now take the next step with a network that matches your ambition.
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