As the number of freelancers grows worldwide, many are seeking more consistent income and benefits similar to traditional employees. Jump, a French startup, aims to address this need by offering full-time contracts and typical employment perks to independent workers. The company recently raised $12 million to further expand its services.
Through Jump, freelancers sign permanent contracts that provide salaries paid out monthly, regardless of workload fluctuations. This stable pay allows freelancers to have reliable income even during slower periods. In addition, the contracts register workers with France's national healthcare and pension systems. Other benefits available include health insurance, meal vouchers, access to savings plans and more.
While corporate fees are deducted and Jump itself costs a small monthly fee, the benefits can outweigh such costs for many freelancers seeking stability. The platform has already seen adoption from over 2,000 freelancers, including software developers, project managers and other independent professionals. They are able to maintain independence while gaining protections normally only provided through traditional full-time employment.
For those just starting out, Jump also launched a free introductory plan. This offers tools to help new freelancers obtain clients and track finances and performance. The company aims to support freelancers at all stages of their careers through different Jump options.
Looking ahead, Jump plans to expand its services to more independent workers in different fields. The startup also intends to begin offering its platform internationally, first launching in the UK. With the newly raised $12 million funding round led by Breega Ventures, Jump is well positioned to further its mission of bringing employee benefits to freelancers globally. Their innovative approach helps address the needs of a rapidly growing workforce that powers much of today's on-demand, digital economy.
