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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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The phone was answered.politly and happy

The phone was answered.
I could understand every word said to myself.
The lady was very polite and very helpful in answering all of my questions.
The lady had Happy 😊 demeanor.
Thank you.

October 16, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kelly was absolutely brilliant for me…

Kelly was absolutely brilliant for me today really helped me a lot and very patient couldn't of asked for more

October 13, 2023
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Thank you for your review, I will ensure Kelly receives this feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sarah was very helpful and explained…

Sarah Munro was very helpful and supportive. She made me feel comfortable and relaxed by explained everything to me properly and broke it down as simply as possible. The problem I was experiencing was new to me and a bit confusing. My questions was about the mileage, what does the tax bracket that I have mean to me, and finally how my payslip works.

October 13, 2023
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Thank you for your review, I will ensure Sarah receives this feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kelly Moore excellent advisor

Kelly was very polite, friendly and found out the information I enquired about straight away.

October 12, 2023
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Thank you for your review, I will ensure Kelly receives this feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class customer service.

Had a general query and Savannah answered extremely fast and was very polite! Brilliant customer service.

October 10, 2023
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Thank you for your review, I will ensure Savannah receives your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an issue with entering my milage…

I had an issue with entering my milage claim, and was expertly guided through the process by Laura Wise.
I have now successfully completed the process all thanks to Laura.

October 9, 2023
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Thank you for your review, I will ensure Laura receives your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was well looked after very well and…

I was well looked after very well and the member of staff had great experience with costumer service very pleased

October 5, 2023
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Thank you for your review, we aim to provide great service here at Sterling!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Resolution to a ongoing problem…

Resolution to a ongoing problem restricting payment. The operator was very good and went i'm sure beyond her role to help me and coped very well with my frustration. Excellent service & thanks very much.

October 6, 2023
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Thank you for your lovely review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quality of Service

I deal with the onboarding and expense team in particular Holly and Lauren, and nothing is ever too much trouble for them and both are equally quick in responding to any query I may have to help the operatives who I payroll through Sterling to be promptly set up and paid

October 6, 2023
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Thank you Tony for your lovely review.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Would avoid this robbing umbrella…

Would avoid this robbing umbrella company at all costs taking £ 350 off me weekly.

October 5, 2023
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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

Kimberley@Sterling

Kimberley, who dealt with my query, was polite, efficient and professional. I have been very satisfied indeed with Sterling over many years and would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending them to anyone who want a first class service.

October 5, 2023
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Thank you for your great review Derek. Good to hear you weren't a 'disappointed customer' on this occasion and I will ensure Kimberly receives this lovely feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful

Was helpful and clear with explanation, so i understood what I needed to know

October 4, 2023
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Thank you for your review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The speed with how issues get solved is…

The speed with how issues get solved is brilliant.

Very good pool of knowledge of consultants which can point you in the right direction

October 4, 2023
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Thank you for your review. We value our partnerships with our agencies and aim to provide them with good knowledge and service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful

Very helpful and polite and got everything sorted that was needed.

October 3, 2023
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Thank you for your review.

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