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        Our areas of expertise

        Recruitment services

        Our tailored recruitment service will help you recruit the best talent for your business, whether you are recruiting for a permanent or temporary employee, and at any level from executive talent down to entry level.

        Why use us

        Our unique market insight and understanding of payroll enables us to provide a highly consultative service, sharing our knowledge and expertise to add value to your recruitment process, alongside a competitive fee structure.

        Added value

        Through partnerships with industry leaders like the CIPP, we offer payroll knowledge assessments, salary surveys, and expert guides to enhance your recruitment process and deliver outstanding results.

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        2024/25 Payroll Salary Survey

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        Knowledge centre

        We are Corporate Partners of The Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP)

        Our Corporate Partnership with the CIPP builds on more than 20 years of collaboration – from co-hosting National Payroll Week to sharing insights and shaping conversations across the industry. It marks a commitment to championing the profession, raising its profile, and supporting payroll professionals at every stage of their career.

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        Frequently asked questions

        What types of payroll positions do you recruit for in the UK?

        Having served the payroll industry since 1988, we have a tremendous amount of experience recruiting for all payroll positions – from entry-level Payroll Administrators to Payroll Directors.

        Why choose Portfolio Payroll as your payroll recruitment agency in the UK?

        We’ve been in business since 1988, and over the years, we’ve honed our skills and gained experience very few (if any) payroll jobs recruitment agencies in the UK have. We understand the pressures that come with managing payroll very well – from staying compliant with the ever-changing legislation to ensuring your employees are paid accurately and on time.

        Other reasons why you should choose us as your payroll recruitment agency in the UK include:

        • We solely focus on payroll recruitment
        • We have over 35 years of hands-on experience
        • We can recruit across all levels of payroll
        • You will only pay once the candidate has started their job

        Do you offer temporary payroll recruitment services?

        At our payroll recruitment agency, our services cover temporary, contract, and permanent positions. So, whether you’re looking for a permanent hire or a temporary payroll professional to step in at short notice, we can help you find the right match for your business and its specific needs.

        What sectors do you serve with payroll recruitment in the UK?

        Over the last 35 years, we’ve sourced high-calibre payroll talent for businesses across a number of sectors. To give you some examples, some of the sectors we regularly recruit talent for include:

        • Retail
        • Hospitality and leisure
        • Healthcare
        • Manufacturing
        • Financial services
        • Public sector
        • Professional services
        • Technology
        • Construction
        • Education

        How do I register a payroll job vacancy?

        Registering a payroll job vacancy through our website is quick and easy. All you need to do is go to our ‘Register a Vacancy’ page and fill out the form. Once done, click on the green ‘Submit’ button.

        Once our payroll recruitment specialists receive your submission, they will get in touch with you to discuss a couple of additional details, including:

        • The payroll position you’re looking to fill
        • The employment type you require (temporary, contract, permanent)
        • An overview of the responsibilities and skills required for the role
        • Agree on a recruitment timeline and process

        What added value services do you provide to employers?

        Unlike most payroll recruitment agencies in the UK, we offer our clients several added value services to help support their wider hiring strategy. Some of our added value services include:

        • Payroll proficiency tests
        • Annual salary survey
        • Custom employment guides
        • Salary and benefits benchmarking
        • Client and industry events

        Where in the UK do you offer payroll recruitment services?

        We have two Payroll recruitment offices in the UK – one in London and one in Manchester. However, our specialist recruitment services are not limited to those locations. We actively work with clients up and down the country, so the physical location of your business is not a problem.

        How can I download the latest Payroll Salary Survey for the UK?

        If you’d like to download the latest Payroll Salary Survey for the United Kingdom, you can do so on the Payroll Salary Survey 2024/25 page.

        Alternatively, scroll up to the “2024/25 Payroll Salary Survey” section. Then, click on the green ‘Download’ button and fill out the form that you’ll see on the page. Once done, click on the green ‘Submit’ button and the survey will be sent directly to your e-mail address.