Every business leader knows the pressure of a vacant role. But what often gets overlooked is just how costly those “empty seats” really are.
When a key position goes unfilled, the impact goes far beyond inconvenience:
- Lost productivity: tasks pile up and deadlines slip.
- Increased pressure: your existing team is stretched thin, risking burnout.
- Missed opportunities: clients experience delays, projects stall, and revenue is lost.
The Hidden Cost of Vacancy
Research shows that vacant roles cost businesses thousands of pounds per week. Take a £40k salaried role, for example:
- Divide salary by 220 working days → ~£180 lost output per day.
- Leave that role empty for six weeks → £5,400+ in lost productivity.
And that’s before you factor in damaged client relationships or disengaged staff.
Why a Temp is a Smarter Investment
Hiring a temp isn’t just a quick fix — it’s often the most cost-effective way to protect productivity and morale.
At ALF Recruit, every temp goes through the same rigorous vetting as our permanent hires:
- ✅ Tailored skills testing
- ✅ Full compliance and right-to-work checks
- ✅ Verified references
- ✅ Cultural fit conversations
That means when you bring in an ALF temp, you’re not just filling a gap. You’re getting a professional who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact.
Temporary Talent. Permanent Standards.
Every day a seat is left empty, your competitors move ahead. With our Temporary Division, you don’t have to choose between speed and quality — you get both.
