
With over 20 years of experience running recruitment agencies, Phillips Payroll understands the unique challenges of managing temporary payroll and delivers services designed to make workforce management simple, compliant, and dependable. We provide fully managed payroll and workforce solutions to the recruitment sector, ensuring contractors and temporary workers are paid correctly and on time, every time.
We process multiple pay methods including PAYE (Umbrella & PEO) and Construction Industry Scheme (CIS). Our comprehensive service covers onboarding, verification, tax and NI deductions, CIS returns, payslip production, and payment execution, removing administrative and compliance burdens from our clients.
At Phillips Payroll, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service, with a dedicated and responsive team that ensures every client and worker receives the support they need. Our compliance-first approach, combined with flexible engagement models and a genuine commitment to service excellence, ensures transparency, reduces risk, and provides a reliable, trusted solution for both clients and workers.
With over 20 years’ experience, our focus on compliance is second to none. We’re renowned for delivering exceptional support and customer service with excellent reviews across Trustpilot and Google. We’re a leading umbrella company and provider of accountancy, tax, candidate screening and international payroll services.
Voted the UK’s Best Umbrella Company in The Contracting Awards multiple times, our award-winning umbrella company supports salary sacrifice contributions into a personal pension plan whilst passing back 100% of the employer NI saving to our contractors.

Putting Contractors First, Every Step of the Way
With over 20 years of experience supporting contractors and freelancers, SmartWork combines the reassurance of full compliance with the personal service you’d expect from a team that genuinely cares about your success.
Compliance You Can Trust
We’ve held FCSA accreditation for 10 years and have been an APSCo Trusted Partner for over 20 years – certifications that are rigorously audited annually to protect contractors and give recruitment agencies complete confidence.
Our ISO 27001 certification protects your data security, while our SafeRec certification helps recruitment partners minimise compliance risk across the supply chain.
A Service Loved by Contractors
Our commitment to supporting contractors is reflected in our outstanding Google and Trustpilot reviews. When you work with SmartWork, you’re not just a number; you get a dedicated account manager and a team that’s there to help every step of the way.
What We Offer:
For Contractors:
Get paid faster – Same-day payments at no extra cost
Stay in control – Secure online portal for payslips, timesheets, and documents
No hidden costs – Transparent pricing with no setup or exit fees
Fully protected – Comprehensive insurance including Public & Employers’ Liability, Professional Indemnity, and Medical Malpractice
Proper employment – Full contract of employment with all statutory benefits
Life perks – Referral reward, private pension support, and access to contractor- specialist mortgages Quick to start – Set up in as little as 15 minutes, online or by phone
For Recruitment Partners:
Real-time payroll verification – SafeRec certification for live compliance checking
Dedicated agency support managers – Your direct line to our team
Advance payment facilities – Available for preferred partners
Trusted track record – Featured on over 100 Preferred Supplier Lists
Seamless contractor experience – Making your candidates’ journey smooth and compliant
Click on one of the links to the left to contact us; we’d love to hear from you.

Generate is a customer-focused contractor management company, delivering compliant and streamlined contractor payroll solutions to recruitment agencies and contractors across the UK and internationally.
We are proud to be an FCSA member, REC business partner and iWORK partner and have been recognised by the London Stock Exchange's ‘1000 Companies to Inspire Britain’ for three consecutive years.
Our commitment and dedication to customer care and compliance is why recruitment agencies trust us with their contractors and contractors trust us with their pay.
As part of the Generate family, you will be supported every step of the way and can rest assured you are receiving the best possible service at all times.
We offer our contractors:

Built for a new era of Umbrella payroll, where compliance, transparency and trust comes first.
Backed by the Marquee Group and SafeRec accredited, Arkon Pay delivers a fully compliant PAYE solution designed for today's contractor market.
Combining industry expertise with a technology led approach, we provide a reliable, straightforward service to both agencies and contractors. From onboarding through to ongoing support, out focus is on consistency, clarity and doing things properly.
Arkon Pay is more than just an umbrella provider, we are a trusted partner in an increasingly regulated market.

At AGPayroll we offer umbrella, CIS, Limited Company, and Fully Outsourced Payroll solutions with compliance at our heart.
We leverage cutting edge technology to streamline your payroll options. Our team of experts has developed a state of the art payroll software, mobile app and portal to meet the unique needs of your business. Our commitment to excellence doesn’t stop at technology, we understand that every business is unique which is why we offer personalised support from our team of payroll experts. Whether you have a question about tax regulations or need assistance with complex payroll scenarios, our knowledgeable staff are here to help.

Award-winning FCSA-Accredited & Professional Passport-Approved Payroll Company: Umbrella, PAYE, CIS & Limited Company.

With over 20 years of experience, Parasol has grown from providing umbrella payroll services to offering comprehensive employment and payroll solutions. During this time, we’ve supported more than 250,000 professionals and partnered with over 3,000 recruitment agencies and end clients.
We understand the critical priorities for your candidates, clients, and agency: exceptional support, on-time payments, and full compliance with HMRC regulations. These are at the heart of everything we do and are reflected in the loyalty of professionals who choose us year after year, as well as our long-standing partnerships with some of the most recognised names in recruitment. As a founding member of the FCSA and a company created by a contractor for contractors, Parasol makes getting paid simple for the agile workforce. Since our launch in 2000, our goal has been to empower contractors to maximise their careers by offering complete peace of mind through accurate, compliant, and reliable payroll services.
Speedy Onboarding
Getting started is simple. Agencies provide basic details and terms; contractors complete a quick Right to Work check via Trust ID (just three minutes). We handle all paperwork and contracts for a smooth process.
Compliance-First
As an FCSA founding member, we set the gold standard in UK tax, employment, and regulatory compliance—giving agencies and contractors complete peace of mind.
Security & Stability
We safeguard your data with Cyber Essentials Plus certification and maintain strong financial stability to ensure uninterrupted payroll services.
Trusted Guidance
Our expert teams offer tailored support, onboarding assistance, and training workshops—the largest agency and employee support network in the sector.

MMC is a SafeRec Accredited commercial contractor offering contracting services to the temporary labour market.

Compliant and efficient umbrella company with extensive experience within the construction industry