Temporary and contract staffing

Unlock new perspectives, access niche skillsets and increase the agility of your organization. Discover how we balance quality and cost to bring you the skills and expertise you need on temp.

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Temporary and contract staffing what you need to know

Spikes in demand and business-critical projects require resource beyond your current headcount.

But you need to balance accessing niche or specific skillsets with the ability to scale your workforce, depending on demand.

Leverage the scope of our temporary and contract recruitment services to find, engage and onboard the people who will have an immediate impact on your organization.

  • Unique knowledge and insights

    Every situation is different, but we’ve helped businesses both in and outside your industry overcome similar challenges and built up a deep knowledge base with insights that will help you define your temporary talent strategy.

  • Lifelong talent partner

    As your lifelong partner, we are committed to working with you on an ongoing basis – finding temporary candidates who will be able to provide the niche expertise and new perspective you need. Whether you’re searching for just one skilled specialist, or looking to build an entire team – we’re here for every step of your journey.

  • Tailored to your business

    Whether you’re searching for just one skilled specialist, as part of a preferred supplier or as a project to build an entire team, we’re here for every step of your journey. Together, we’ll build a more agile and effective workforce with simple, swift and secure access to a network of non-permanent talent.

How temporary and contract recruitment can help your business

  • Instant impact, reducing risk

    We handle the administrative processes so you don’t have to, managing complex compliance requirements such right to work documentation and contractual agreements. The people we put forward for your organization are engaged, verified and ready to hit the ground running.  

  • A streamlined service

    Your success is at the heart of our business. Which is why we’ve created a network of technologies designed to minimize delays, queries and complications. We’ve cut lengthy processes with externally managed pay and timesheets, hosting all essential documentation via our web-based platforms. The time you need to focus on the challenges ahead.  

Our temporary recruitment process

  • 1

    Introduction call

    We’ll start building our relationship by understanding your needs, then explain our terms of business to ensure we’re the right fit for a successful partnership.

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  • 2

    In-depth briefing meeting

    Your Hays Recruiter will discuss the role(s) specifics with you and review the terms of business before being signed. Upon agreement, we will proceed with the candidate search.

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  • 3

    Candidate presentation

    You'll engage in a live review of the search-based shortlist of candidates with your recruiter with an opportunity to address any questions about their profiles.

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  • 4

    Candidate interviews and feedback

    We will conduct initial interviews to match the best candidates who will then interview directly with you at a Hays office or your own.

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  • 5

    Offer and compliance

    Once the offer has been made and accepted, we will conduct reference and background checks on your chosen candidate to ensure everything is in order.

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Temporary and contract recruitment tailored to your business

Whether you’re searching for just one skilled specialist, or looking to build an entire team of temporary workers, we’re here for every step of your journey.

Together, we’ll build a more agile and effective workforce with simple, swift and secure access to a network of non-permanent talent.

A solution for every workforce challenge

Find the people you need

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It has been an absolute pleasure working with the HAYS team! They are constant professionals that took the time to understand our business needs and provide the best service to our team. I would highly recommend HAYS as a business partner as they truly care about success!

-Nancy Julardija, CHRL Vice President Human Resources, FENGATE Asset Management
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“Scott helped me fill a one year account payable position. He understood the unique needs required for the position and was able to present a list of high-caliber candidates. Scott’s team built upon my feedback to not only find an individual with the right skill set, but also someone who was a good cultural fit for our team and company. Scott and his team at Hays were very easy to work with and I would not hesitate to call Scott again.”

-Jonathan Gardner, Director of Finance, Melmart Distributors Inc

Temporary and contract recruitment FAQs

Onboarding temporary staff offers a cost-effective means of accessing skills, enabling access to niche expertise without the commitment of expanding your headcount.

Plus, your business can benefit from fresh perspectives.

Sometimes it just takes one outsider to completely change the way an organization operates. Are you ready to challenge the status quo?

We have the recruitment expertise and talent networks to source the next expert for your team. Once you get in touch with us, our experts will work with you to understand the ins and outs of your business so they’re able to find the best people for your temporary roles.

It’s really easy to start your search with us – you can either register the details of the job, or if you’d rather speak to a specialist recruiter directly, simply find your local Hays office and give them a call.

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