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The Cost To Employer Calculator estimates the total employment cost for UK businesses, including salary, employer National Insurance contributions, pension contributions, and additional benefits costs.
The calculator uses the following formula:
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Explanation: The calculation provides a comprehensive view of the true cost of employment beyond just the base salary.
Details: Understanding total employment costs is crucial for business budgeting, financial planning, and making informed hiring decisions. It helps employers account for all mandatory and optional employment expenses.
Tips: Enter salary in GBP, National Insurance and pension as percentages, and benefits as a GBP amount. All values must be valid positive numbers.
Q1: What is included in employer National Insurance?
A: Employer NI includes contributions for Class 1 National Insurance on earnings above the secondary threshold, currently 13.8% on earnings above £9,100 per year.
Q2: Are pension contributions mandatory?
A: Under auto-enrolment, employers must contribute at least 3% of qualifying earnings to workplace pensions for eligible staff.
Q3: What typical benefits should be included?
A: Include costs for private health insurance, company car, life insurance, bonuses, training costs, and other employee benefits.
Q4: How accurate is this calculation?
A: This provides a good estimate, but actual costs may vary based on specific circumstances, tax regulations, and additional employment expenses.
Q5: Should this include recruitment costs?
A: Recruitment costs are typically one-time expenses and not included in ongoing employment costs, but can be added to benefits if relevant.