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Taking control of your compliance — without the complications.

A fully managed back-office service for businesses and agencies engaging temporary contractors. We handle HR, onboarding, payroll, and compliance — so you stay in control while Harbour manages the risk.

Overview

Managing a temporary or contract workforce brings unique challenges. Between onboarding, payroll, compliance, and ever-changing legislation, the risks can quickly escalate — especially for recruitment agencies and end clients.

Harbour’s Contractor Workforce Support service provides a single, expert solution. We take care of HR, onboarding, payroll, and compliance management, allowing you to retain operational control while transferring day-to-day administrative and compliance burdens to us.

With Harbour, you get clarity, structure, and peace of mind — a managed service that protects your business, your contractors, and your reputation.

Benefits to Your Business

  • Reduced risk: Harbour takes responsibility for compliance, safeguarding against penalties and investigations.
  • Total visibility: Regular reporting keeps you fully informed without the admin workload.
  • Expert management: A team experienced in contractor payroll, HR, and compliance.
  • Increased trust: Contractors are supported, paid correctly, and managed transparently.
  • Freedom to grow: Spend less time on paperwork and more time building your business.

Our Process

Discovery & Planning
We review your current contractor setup and risk exposure.
Transition & Onboarding
Contractors are smoothly transferred into Harbour’s managed framework.
Operational Delivery
We manage payroll, HR, and compliance day-to-day, with full visibility for you.
Reporting & Assurance
Clear reports and compliance updates ensure continuous confidence.

What’s Included

business planning
HR & Workforce Management
  • Employment status checks and right-to-work verification
  • Contract creation and issue (PAYE or assignment-based)
  • Starter/leaver management and personnel records
  • Contractor communications and HR query handling
business set up
Onboarding & Administration
  • Secure digital onboarding and document collection
  • ID and compliance verification
  • System setup and data migration
  • Assignment tracking and workforce reporting
  • Timesheet Management and Billing options
business essentials
Payroll & Payments
  • Weekly, Fortnightly or monthly payroll processing
  • RTI submissions and payslips
  • Tax, NI, and pension contributions
  • HMRC liaison and reporting
  • Statutory payments and deductions management
back office support
Compliance & Risk Management
  • IR35 and AWR assessments and monitoring
  • Policy and procedure documentation
  • Audit trail and record keeping
  • Regular compliance reviews and updates
  • Support for agency and client due diligence checks

Why Choose Harbour?

  • Specialist expertise in contractor payroll, HR, and compliance.

  • Proven risk mitigation for agencies and end clients.

  • Integrated service covering every back-office function.

  • Transparent communication and clear accountability.

  • Values built on integrity, precision, and care.

From the Managing Director

“I’ve seen too many businesses take unnecessary risks with temporary labour. Our Contractor Workforce Support service gives agencies the control they need, backed by the discipline, integrity, and structure that define Harbour.”
Dale Simkiss – Managing Director

Let’s navigate your business challenges together with expert guidance and trusted support.

Book your Free Consultation Today

Book your Free Consultation Today

Discover the safe harbour your business has been looking for.