Flexible Payroll Support, Delivered When It Matters
Whether you’re covering long-term leave, managing seasonal peaks, or navigating a system implementation, payroll downtime isn’t an option. That’s where we come in.
At Portfolio Payroll we deliver exceptional interim payroll professionals at speed – from Payroll Assistants and Admins through to Interim Payroll Managers and Consultants. We specialise in contract and temporary payroll recruitment, ensuring continuity, accuracy, and compliance when you need it most.

Why Choose Contract & Temp Payroll Hiring?
Contract and temp hiring gives you flexibility without compromising on quality.
- Maternity, paternity or sick leave cover
- Year-end processing or seasonal workload spikes
- Payroll audits or internal projects
- Implementations, integrations or restructures
- Bridging the gap during permanent recruitment
Our contractors hit the ground running, bringing deep payroll expertise, up-to-date knowledge of legislation, and systems experience across platforms like ADP, iTrent, Oracle, SAP, Workday, and more.
Specialist Interim Payroll Placements
We recruit for all levels and specialisms, including:
- Payroll Administrators & Assistants
- Payroll Officers & Coordinators
- EMEA / Global Payroll Specialists
- Interim Payroll Managers
- Payroll Implementation Consultants
- Payroll Data Analysts / Technicians
- Interim Heads of Payroll / Project Leads
Whether you need someone on-site next week or remote support for the next three months, we’ll deliver quickly — without cutting corners.
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FAQ’s for employers
How quickly can you place a payroll temp or contractor?
Most roles can be filled within 1–3 working days, depending on complexity and notice period.
Do you handle contractor timesheets and payments?
Yes — we provide a fully managed service, including weekly timesheets, approvals, and payroll.
Are your temps and contractors PAYE or Ltd?
We offer both. We’ll advise on IR35 status, supply fully compliant contracts, and manage onboarding.
Can we convert a temp into a permanent hire?
Absolutely. Many of our clients start with a contract and convert to perm once the fit is confirmed.