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A key member of staff left suddenly and I need cover — can I fund the gap?

Losing a key person suddenly creates recruitment costs and a productivity dip at once; a short facility funds cover and hiring so delivery does not slip.

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Cover the gapTemps or contractors
Fund hiringRecruitment costs
Protect deliveryShort term finance

The double cost of a sudden departure

You face recruitment fees and interim cover, plus a dip in output while a replacement gets up to speed. Both land before the new person adds value.

Bridge the productivity gap

A short working-capital facility funds contractors or agency cover so customer commitments are met while you hire properly rather than in a panic.

Hire for the long term

Using finance to buy time means you recruit the right person, not the first available one. Check the extra cost is comfortably affordable on your affordability calculator.

What it means for you

Credicorp lends to your company, not to you personally, and takes no personal guarantee. See business loans or apply online when the numbers work.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use a business loan to pay for temporary staff?

Yes. Wages and interim cover are ordinary working-capital costs, and a short facility is a sensible way to fund them while you recruit a permanent replacement.

Is it worth borrowing just to cover recruitment?

If the vacancy threatens delivery or revenue, the cost of a slipped project usually outweighs the modest cost of bridging cover and hiring well.

Funding for UK limited companies

Credicorp lends to your company, not to you personally — short-term working capital with no personal guarantee. See what your business could access.