Contractor Payroll Solutions for Recruitment Agencies & Workers
Payflow provides specialist contractor payroll solutions for recruitment agencies, contractors, and temporary workers across the UK.
We manage the full contractor payment process, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll across umbrella PAYE, PSC limited company contractors, and CIS subcontractors.
Our contractor solutions are designed to reduce admin burden, improve compliance, and ensure seamless weekly payroll processing – taking the pressure off recruitment agencies so they can focus on their people, while we handle their payroll.
Complete Contractor Payroll Support
We support all major contractor payroll models used within the recruitment industry:
Umbrella PAYE Employment
Our umbrella PAYE solution ensures contractors are paid accurately and compliantly through a fully managed payroll structure. We handle tax, National Insurance, and statutory deductions, providing a simple weekly pay process for both agencies and workers.
This is ideal for recruitment agencies placing temporary workers who require a compliant PAYE payroll solution without administrative complexity.
Limited Company (PSC) Engagement
We support PSC contractors operating through limited companies, providing compliant invoicing and payroll support inside or outside IR35 legislation.
Our processes help recruitment agencies manage contractor payments efficiently while maintaining full compliance with UK tax regulations.
CIS Subcontractor Engagement
For construction and trade-based recruitment, we provide specialist CIS payroll services, ensuring subcontractors are paid correctly under HMRC CIS rules.
We manage deductions, reporting, and compliance so agencies can confidently place contractors in construction roles without administrative risk.
Contractor Payroll at Payflow FAQs:
What is umbrella PAYE payroll?
Umbrella PAYE is a payroll model where contractors are employed through an umbrella company, which handles tax, NI, and compliance.
Do you support PSC contractors?
Yes, we support PSC and limited company contractors, including IR35-compliant payroll and invoicing processes.
How often are contractors paid?
We typically run weekly payroll cycles to ensure contractors are paid consistently and on time.
Can Payflow manage payroll for temporary workers?
Yes. Our contractor payroll solutions are designed specifically for recruitment agencies placing temporary and contract workers, with fully managed payroll and compliance support.