Contract talent

Skilled people, right when you need them

Contract and contract-to-hire professionals who step in, get up to speed quickly and keep the work moving.

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When contract talent makes sense

Flexible capacity for real business needs

Busy seasons and peaks

Month-end, year-end, open enrollment, product launches. Add capacity when the work spikes.

Leave and vacancy coverage

Keep work moving during a leave of absence or while you recruit for a permanent role.

Projects with an end date

System conversions, audits, migrations and backlogs, staffed for exactly as long as you need.

Specialized skills

Bring in expertise you need for a while, not forever, without adding permanent headcount.

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What's included

We handle the details

You focus on the work. We take care of finding the right person and the administration that comes with them.

  • Recruiting, interviewing and skills assessment
  • Reference checks, plus background checks on request
  • Payroll, payroll taxes and employment administration
  • Timekeeping and a single, simple invoice
  • A recruiter who checks in throughout the assignment
  • Fast follow-up if an assignment is not working out

Contract-to-hire

Try the fit before you commit

Contract-to-hire lets you see someone do the job before making a permanent offer, and lets them get to know your team too.

It's a good option for newly created roles, positions where the scope may change, or when you need someone to start sooner than a full permanent process allows. We agree the timeline and conversion terms up front so everyone knows what to expect.

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Remote, hybrid or on-site

Many contract professionals work remotely or hybrid. We look for people with a track record of communicating clearly and delivering independently, wherever they work.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can't find your answer? Get in touch and we'll help.

Who employs a contract professional?

In most cases the professional is employed by KA Staff during the assignment. We handle payroll and employment administration, and you direct the day-to-day work.

How long can a contract assignment last?

Assignments can run from a single day to many months. We will agree the expected length with you up front and can extend or end assignments as your needs change.

What is contract-to-hire?

A professional starts on contract with the intention of becoming your permanent employee if it is a good fit for both sides. We agree the conversion terms before the assignment begins.

Can contract professionals work remotely?

Yes. Many roles can be filled on-site, hybrid or fully remote. Tell us what works for your team.

Need help this week?

Tell us what you need and when. We'll let you know who's available.