EOR, Back Office, and Funding Solutions

UK Staffing Firms

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The Land of Recruitment Opportunity

Powering Expansion for High-Growth UK Staffing Agencies

North America is the world’s most lucrative recruitment frontier, but your success depends on your back-office engine. Whether you are launching your first US desk or optimizing an existing book of business, we provide the flexibility to reclaim your margins and scale without limits.

Bigger Market Share: The US accounts for ~30% of global revenue, yet has 10,000 fewer agencies a the UK—meaning less competition for more spend.

More Money: US hourly contract roles frequently exceed 30% margins, significantly outpacing UK averages for similar sectors.

Less competition: There are relatively fewer small- and mid-sized staffing firms in the USA than in the UK, which is one reason margins are better here.

  • Compliant onboarding across the U.S. and Canada

  • Full employment & risk management (classification, insurance, compliance)

  • Timesheets, invoicing, and collections
  • End-to-end payroll processing (taxes, pay stubs, reporting)

  • Benefits administration (health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more)

  • Integrated payroll funding options to eliminate cash flow gaps

Our Services

Strategic Solutions for UK Staffing Agencies

Agile EOR™

Start up and scale up easily and profitably across the USA and Canada.  We will make contract placements as easy and perm placements for you.

Agile Turnkey™

Already in the US but stuck using a traditional, expensive EOR? Reclaim your margin and gain more flexibility with Agile Turnkey™.

Agile Funding™

Optional funding built directly into our EOR and Turnkey services. We pay your workers with 100% advances so you never have to wait on client checks.

Problems We Solve

Overcoming Entry Hazards, Together

Hurdles stop most UK recruiters at the border. We silence the administrative noise so you can scale placements with confidence.

Complex US Employment Law
Physical Presence Overhead
Multi-State Tax Logic
Payroll Funding Gap
Incorporation Obstacles

The Operational Engine for Fast-Growing UK Staffing Firms

“Agile helped us stay afloat. They worked with us. They assisted us. They changed our net terms and made sure that they were enabling us to keep our business open while we did our restructuring.”

Nora, Operational Manager
UK-based, Recruitment & Staffing firm

“[Agile is] very clear with all the instructions. This is the payment structure. This is how often you're going to get paid.”

Daniela, North American Contracts Manager
UK-based, Recruitment & Staffing firm

“You feel so in control without actually having to take any of the control. I know and trust that Agile will get that person onboarded on time and that everybody will feel updated. I don't have to run around trying to piece it all together.”

Rou, Business Process Manager
UK-based, Recruitment & Staffing firm

“[Agile] have gone the extra mile to show me that you're willing to flex with me as I walk across different lanes of business that may even be unique to you.”

Walker, Founder
USA-based, Clinical Research Staffing firm

“By working with Agile, we’ve grown faster, reduced our business risk, and had more fun along the way. We fully expect to continue partnering with them as we scale up.”

— Andrew, Head of Sales Operations

Agile Impact

Agile Partnering supported a London-based recruitment firm during a restructuring by providing a flexible EOR platform and payroll funding, improving operational efficiency, visibility, and enabling growth into new markets.

PO Updates

Manage fifty-eight purchase orders efficiently.

Ops Support

Streamlined operations deliver exceptional support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How fast can I onboard my first US contractor?

We can typically onboard your first North American contractor within 48 to 72 hours once our master service agreement is in place.

Can you fund my US payroll float?

Yes. We offer recourse and non-recourse funding options specifically designed for staffing firms to bridge the gap between weekly payroll and client payments.

Who carries the insurance and Workers' Comp?

As the legal Employer of Record, Agile Partnering provides the necessary workers' compensation, general liability, and professional insurance for every contractor.

How do you handle multi-state tax withholdings?

Our Agility™ platform automates the complex logic required for federal, state, and local withholdings, keeping your firm compliant across every jurisdiction.

Do I need a US bank account or entity to start?

No. Our Employer of Record model allows you to make placements and receive profit without the overhead of a domestic physical presence or US bank account.

Can you support placements in Canada as well as the US?

Yes. We have the infrastructure to manage payroll and provincial tax requirements across Canada. You can support clients across the entire North American continent through a single, unified partnership.

What about mandatory healthcare and employee benefits?

We manage the full benefits suite required for US compliance, including ACA-compliant health plans and retirement options. This removes the administrative burden from your plate while allowing you to offer competitive packages to high-end talent.

How do US notice periods and "at-will" employment work?

Most US employment is "at-will," which differs significantly from standard UK notice periods. We guide you through these local nuances to help align your client contracts with North American market standards and expectations.