Offshore staff for UK businesses
Dedicated people in Pakistan who work your UK day. We recruit, employ and manage them. You direct the work and pay one invoice.
Why UK firms are looking offshore
UK employment costs are set to rise again in 2027 (see the table below). A managed offshore seat lets you add capacity for repeatable work without a new UK hire, a visa or a second payroll.
Your Konnex team works from Pakistan, on your systems and to your processes. We handle the contract, payroll, equipment and HR in Pakistan. You keep control of priorities and quality.
Pakistan is 4 hours ahead of London in British Summer Time and 5 hours ahead in winter, so a UK working day sits inside the Pakistan afternoon and evening. See the hours table.
UK changes that affect hiring in 2026 and 2027
Dates and figures from GOV.UK. Check the source before you plan around them.
| Change | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|
| National Living Wage, 1 April 2027 | Rises from £12.71 to £13.21 for workers aged 21 and over | GOV.UK minimum wage rates |
| Employer National Insurance, 2026 to 2027 | 15% on earnings above the £5,000 secondary threshold | GOV.UK rates and thresholds |
| Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, 6 April 2027 | Applies to sole traders and landlords with qualifying income over £30,000, adding quarterly updates for their accountants | GOV.UK MTD eligibility |
| Unfair dismissal, 1 January 2027 | Qualifying period falls to 6 months under the Employment Rights Act 2025 | GOV.UK Employment Rights Act timeline |
| Skilled Worker visa | General salary threshold of £41,700 for most roles | GOV.UK Skilled Worker visa |
This is general information, not legal or tax advice.
Who we work with in the UK
The UK businesses where an offshore seat tends to pay off first.
Owner-managed businesses
Trades, ecommerce, clinics and agencies where the owner still does the admin. Start with 1 virtual assistant for scheduling, inbox, quotes and invoicing.
Accountancy and bookkeeping practices
Extra capacity for bookkeeping support, data entry and year-end preparation under your review, ahead of Making Tax Digital in April 2027.
Recruitment agencies
Sourcers, resourcers and compliance administrators so consultants spend their day on clients and candidates. See recruitment support.
Groups after an acquisition
Back-office teams for finance, onboarding and customer support while you integrate new firms. See BPO and back office.
Funded startups and scale-ups
Lead researchers and SDRs to build pipeline without a long UK hiring round. See sales development.
Employers rethinking sponsorship
For roles that can be done remotely, a managed offshore seat in Pakistan needs no UK visa or sponsor licence.
Who does what
A clear split, written into your agreement.
| Task | You | Konnex |
|---|---|---|
| Daily direction and priorities | Yes | No |
| Sourcing, screening and testing | Interview only | Yes |
| Employment contract and payroll in Pakistan | No | Yes |
| Equipment, HR and leave cover planning | No | Yes |
| Performance check-ins | With us | Yes |
Hours that work
Pakistan does not change its clocks. Your team starts when you do.
| Your office | Your working day | Time in Islamabad |
|---|---|---|
| London, British Summer Time (late March to late October) | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm |
| London, Greenwich Mean Time (late October to late March) | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm |
Common questions
Plain answers. Still unsure? Ask us directly.
Do offshore staff need a UK visa?
No. Your team members live and work in Pakistan and are employed by Konnex there, so no UK visa or sponsor licence is involved.
What UK hours can my team cover?
Your full working day. Pakistan is 4 hours ahead of London in summer and 5 hours ahead in winter, so a 9 am to 5 pm UK day runs from 1 pm or 2 pm in Islamabad.
Can you support an accountancy practice?
Yes. Teams handle bookkeeping support, data entry, reconciliations and year-end preparation, with your qualified staff reviewing and signing off the work.
Who employs the team?
Konnex does, in Pakistan. We handle contracts, payroll, equipment and HR. You direct the daily work and get 1 invoice.
How do you handle personal data?
Each person gets least-privilege accounts and multi-factor sign-in on your systems. We agree the data handling terms with you before anyone starts.
Can I start with 1 person?
Yes. You can start with 1 role and add seats once the setup works.
Planning a UK team?
Tell us the roles, your hours and your tools. We will send a team plan and a written quote.