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UK’s fastest growing Human Capital Management Provider,
specialising in outsourced Payroll, HR and Time Management solutions.

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5* Service & Support

Fully Managed Software

ISO 27001 Certified

HMRC Recognition

BACS Approved

PayEscape’s background

A history steeped in Payroll experience.

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2006

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Managing Director John Borland founded PayEscape.
With over 20 years’ experience in the IT industry John started his career as a programmer. After spending a decade working on payroll systems John had a vision to revolutionise payroll processing and provide businesses with a simple and intuitive solution.

PayEscape developed an online portal to provide highly efficient communication between their customers and PayEscape’s payroll bureau. Providing all the function of an in-house payroll department at a fraction of the cost.

2

2009

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PayEscape established the first of many strategic partnerships. Integrations were developed with Kashflow and Xero accounting platforms using APIs and PayEscape’s integration portfolio started to grow.
3

2013

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PayEscape became partner to international payroll aggregator Blue Marble. PayEscape now manages all Blue Marble’s UK clients’ payrolls. Blue Marble was founded by Steve Sarowitz former founder and CEO of US payroll provider Paylocity.
4

2014

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Steve Sarowitz became an investor and Director at PayEscape. Following the development of the PayEscape and Blue Marble relationship Steve Sarowitz became an investor and Director at PayEscape. Both John and Steve work to bring the technical advancements from the US into PayEscape’s UK solution.
5

2016

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Time and Attendance solutions introduced. PayEscape introduced their Time Management solution, TimeEscape. Another leading cloud-based software with options to integrate into PayEscape’s payroll solution and other providers.
6

2017

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HR Management software introduced. PayEscape launches the very latest HR management solution HR Escape to customers. Fully supported by PayEscape’s CIPD experienced team and with full integration options available.
7

2021

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UKG Partnership introduced. PayEscape launches new HR and Time Management solutions powered by UKG technology.
8

2022

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PayEscape's Partner Programme launched. PayEscape introduces a strategic partnership programme to enhance solution portfolio for existing clients and introduce existing solutions to the wider market.
9

2023

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PayEscape launches new payroll solution. Following extensive research and investment, PayEscape launches new proprietary payroll software to meet the everchanging needs of businesses, providing an intuitive and compliant platform for future growth.
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Present

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UK’s fastest growing Payroll, HR and Time Management provider.
With our leading technology, cloud- based software and world class service, we provide intuitive human capital management solutions for UK businesses at highly competitive prices.
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Cloud-based Payroll Services

Cloud-based software to manage all aspects of your payroll

HR Management Software

Professional, and confidential support tailored to your business needs

Time & Attendance Software

Technology and tools to streamline time and attendance

“As a customer I felt fully supported, valued and confident that Timescape & Payescape were the right provider for our needs. I would have no trouble in recommending both services to friends, customers and suppliers. With their support all of our staff were paid and on time.”

Kelly Alison
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“Customer service with Payescape is brilliant. All the staff are so helpful and efficient and provide a great service. I would recommend to anyone who isn't experienced in payroll, as it makes the payroll process very quick and easy.”

Viking Direct

“PayEscape are one of the best! Having used some of the many other payroll companies out there over the years, I can honestly say they are without a doubt one of the most attentive, helpful and inventive. There is always someone on hand to help and quickly get any issues resolved in good time!”

Yves Mathurin

“The move across was made easy with a dedicated team member to help with any queries and training. Customer support replies to queries quickly and the system is straightforward to use. It is so much better than our previous provider.”

Leatherhead

“Set up and onboarding was relatively easy with a great team always available to support and guide along the way. System is easy to navigate and use even for someone like me who has not previously had any experience of processing payroll”

Robert Baillie

“My experience with Payescape has been, and continues to be, outstanding. Having first used their services in a previous employment, Payescape were the 'goto' Payroll & HR provider for my new company. All the staff are knowledgeable, helpful and professional and I would have no hesitation in recommending them.”

Ann Harding

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