Partner with Universal Workforce
A compliant, contractor-focused payroll solution for agencies that prioritise speed, clarity and dependable service.
We help you fill roles quickly, pay contractors without delay, and minimise risk while keeping extra admin off your plate. If you want a partner your consultants and contractors won’t grumble about, you’ve found one.
Snapshot overview
• Same-day processing once funds land (cut-off times apply)
• Transparent payslips and remittance with nothing hidden
• Fully PAYE-compliant operations with no schemes or grey areas
• Dedicated support line for agencies, plus management information reporting
• Compatible with leading VMS and timesheet platforms
• No long-term commitments and smooth onboarding/offboarding
How we support agencies
• A single point of contact for consultants and payroll teams
• Fast contractor onboarding, often same day once documents are in
• Published cut-off times so everyone knows the schedule
• Weekly MI reports covering signups, active workers, pay runs and queries
• Proactive issue resolution, with communication before problems escalate
Compliance & assurance
• PAYE with RTI submissions handled end to end
• Holiday pay clearly shown and managed
• Full Right to Work checks (plus additional vetting if your sector requires it)
• GDPR compliant with a Data Processing Addendum available
• Insurance cover: EL £10m, PL £5m, PI £2m (adjust to your actual levels)
• Accreditations: [FCSA / Professional Passport / ISO, etc., as applicable]
• No loan models, no disguised remuneration, no tax-avoidance setups
A due-diligence pack (policies, sample payslip, remittance example, insurance details, ICO registration) can be sent the same day.
Payments you can rely on
• Same-day processing as soon as cleared funds arrive (confirm your cut-off time, e.g. 2pm)
• Weekly or monthly pay cycles depending on your client’s cadence
• Remittance clearly laying out assignment funds, employment costs, margin, taxable pay and take-home
• No hidden add-ons — our margin is simple and published
Contractor experience (because your brand matters)
• Contractor joins via consultant referral or direct invite
• Quick registration (5–10 minutes) plus Right to Work checks
• Employment contract issued and portal access granted
• First payment made the day funds clear (cut-off permitting)
• Real human support via phone, email or chat when they need it
Satisfied contractors mean fewer escalations for your consultants.
Technology & portals
We operate seamlessly with major timesheet and VMS systems.
Remittance formats and MI data outputs can be customised to match your internal processes.
If you follow a specific approvals cycle or need grouped remittances for cost centres, we’ll align with it.
Commercial terms
• Simple flat margin (per payment or weekly)
• Volume pricing available for MSP, PSL or multi-brand groups
• No exit fees or long-term commitments
• Credit terms set collaboratively with your finance team
Tell us your workflow and we’ll keep the setup straightforward.
FAQs for agency teams
Can we use you across multiple brands or PSLs?
Yes. We’re built for multi-brand groups and can adapt MI and communications per brand.
Do you support inside-IR35 roles?
Yes. This setup is typically used for inside-IR35 assignments, and we align with your client’s status decision.
What if funds arrive after cut-off?
They’re processed on the next run, with updates to both the contractor and your team.
Can contractors move to you mid-assignment?
Yes. We coordinate start dates and payment routing to avoid disruption.
Do you handle contractor questions directly?
Yes. Contractors come to us, so your consultants aren’t stuck playing go-between.
What we need to get started
• Your main operational or payroll contact
• The assignment details template or KID format you prefer
• Your approval and payment cycle (cut-offs, banking days)
• Any portal or remittance preferences you follow
We provide a full due-diligence pack and onboarding materials so your consultants can brief candidates confidently.