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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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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