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Boost Employee Benefits with Salary Sacrifice

Save on National Insurance & Maximise Pension Contributions

With Employer National Insurance (NI) increasing from April 1st, businesses are facing rising costs.

A Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme is a smart, HMRC-approved way to cut expenses while enhancing employee benefits—helping you reinvest savings back into your business.

Salary Sacrifice vs. No Salary Sacrifice

(April 1st NI Increase)

With employer National Insurance (NI) rising from 13.8% to 15% on April 1st, businesses will face higher payroll costs. Here’s a clear comparison of how implementing a Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme can generate significant savings for an average-sized business.

Example: A Business with 100 Employees

  • Average Salary per Employee: £30,000
  • Employer National Insurance Rate (From April 1st): 15%
  • Employees Opting In: 50% (50 employees)
  • Salary Sacrifice Contribution: 5% of salary (£1,500 per employee per year)

Cost Comparison

With vs. Without Salary Sacrifice

Scenario

Without Salary Sacrifice

With Salary Sacrifice

Total Payroll Cost

£3,000,000

£3,000,000

Employer NI (15%)

£450,000

£437,250

Salary Sacrifice Contributions

£0

£75,000

New Employer NI (15% on Reduced Salary)

£450,000

£426,000

Employer NI Savings

£0

£11,250  per year

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How Does Salary Sacrifice Work?

Salary sacrifice (also known as salary exchange) allows employees to exchange part of their salary for pension contributions, reducing their taxable income. As a result, both employers and employees payless in NI contributions—a win-win for your business and your team.

Lower Employer NI Contributions - Immediate cost savings for your business

Higher Employee Pension Contributions – Increased retirement savings at no extra cost

Improved Recruitment & Retention – Attract and retain top talent with enhanced benefits

Tax-Efficient & HMRC-Compliant – Fully approved and easy to implement

Minimal Administration – Seamless setup with expert support