Calculate the true cost of hiring a new employee including NI, pension, and holiday. Know your costs before you commit.
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This determines the National Insurance rate you'll pay as an employer
15% employer NI on earnings above £96/week
Most common for employees aged 21+
No employer NI until £967/week earnings
Significant NI savings for younger workers
No employer NI until £967/week earnings
Must be on an approved apprenticeship
Same as standard, but no auto-enrolment pension
Employee must be 66 or older
Based on UK 2025/26 tax year. Employer NI calculated with £96/week threshold. Holiday accrual at 12.07% (5.6 weeks statutory). Results are estimates only.