Free Calculators for UK Employers2026/27 Rates
Calculate employer NI, employee costs, pension, SSP, and holiday entitlement using the latest official HMRC rates.
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Free 2026/27 Employer Rates Cheatsheet
All rates in one printable card: NMW, employer NI, SSP, pension thresholds.
Most Used Calculators
The tools UK employers reach for most. Updated for 2026/27.
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True Cost of an Employee
Salary is only part of the bill. See the full cost including employer NI (15%), pension (3%+), and other on-costs in seconds.
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Employer NI Calculator
15% on earnings above £5,000. Find your NI bill and Employment Allowance savings for 2026/27.
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Workplace Pension
Model employer and employee contributions under auto-enrolment. Includes salary exchange NI savings.
Holiday Entitlement
Statutory holiday for full-time, part-time, and irregular-hours workers. Covers all UK regions.
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Sick Pay (SSP)
SSP at £123.25/week from day one under April 2026 changes. Plus enhanced contractual pay options.
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Salary Sacrifice
How much NI does your business save when employees sacrifice salary for pension, cycle, or EV?
All 17 Calculators
SSP, IR35, Bradford Factor, Maternity, Salary Sacrifice and more.
Pro Rata
Calculate pro rata salary for part-time and part-year workers. Enter FTE salary and your hours or days to see your actual pay.
Bradford Factor
Calculate Bradford Factor absence scores using the S² × D formula. See trigger levels and days to next threshold.
SMP
Calculate Statutory Maternity Pay for employees. 6 weeks at 90% AWE, then 33 weeks at the standard rate.
Salary Sacrifice
Calculate NI savings from salary sacrifice for employer and employee. Works for pension, cycle to work, and EV schemes.
Company Car Tax
Calculate company car Benefit in Kind tax and employer Class 1A NI. Covers electric, hybrid, petrol and diesel with 2026/27 BIK rates.
IR35
Compare contractor take-home pay inside vs outside IR35. Limited company dividends vs PAYE deemed salary.
P11D
Calculate P11D Benefit in Kind tax and employer Class 1A NI for any employee benefit — medical insurance, van, gym and more.
Maternity Allowance
Calculate Maternity Allowance for self-employed, freelancers, and employees who don't qualify for SMP. Up to £187.18/week for 39 weeks.
Salary Sacrifice Pension
Calculate NI and tax savings from pension salary sacrifice. Shows employer NI saving, net cost to employee, and option to pass saving into pension.
Sick Pay
Calculate sick pay entitlement — SSP at £123.25/week from day one, plus enhanced contractual sick pay. Covers full pay, half pay, and self-employed guidance.
Annual Leave
Calculate how many days annual leave you have accrued, taken, booked and remaining. Works for any leave year and any working pattern.
National Insurance
Calculate NI for employees (8%/2%), employers (15%), and self-employed (Class 4 6%/2%). Full band breakdown with 2026/27 rates.
Employer NI
Calculate employer National Insurance contributions using the latest 2026/27 rates. Includes Employment Allowance savings.
Employee Cost
Calculate the total cost of employing someone including NI, pension, and other employer costs.
SSP
Calculate Statutory Sick Pay entitlement for your employees using current SSP rates.
Workplace Pension
Calculate employer and employee pension contributions under auto-enrolment rules.
Holiday Entitlement
Calculate statutory holiday entitlement for full-time and part-time employees.
Key 2026/27 Changes for Employers
Employer NI Increase
The employer NI rate rose from 13.8% to 15%, while the Secondary Threshold dropped from £9,100 to £5,000. Calculate your new NI costs
Employment Allowance Up
Employment Allowance increased to £10,500 and the £100k eligibility cap was removed. See your potential savings
Higher Employment Costs
Combined NI and pension changes mean hiring costs are 3-5% higher than last year. Calculate the true cost of hiring
SSP Day One & Pension Thresholds
SSP now payable from day one at £123.25/week. Auto-enrolment qualifying earnings band updated. Check sick pay entitlement
Employer Guides
In-depth guides to help you understand UK employment costs, tax obligations, and HR requirements.
Employer NI is 15% on wages above £5,000/year from April 2026. Full rate tables by age group, secondary threshold explained, Employment Allowance eligibility (£10,500), and worked examples for common salaries.
Read guideEverything employers need to know about SSP changes from April 2026. Day-one SSP, no earnings floor, £123.25/week rate, and cost impact analysis.
Read guideA complete breakdown of employment costs in the UK for 2026/27, including NI, pension, and hidden costs that employers often overlook.
Read guideEssential Calculators for UK Employers
Managing payroll and employment costs in the UK requires accurate calculations based on the latest tax rates and regulations. Our free employer calculators help you budget effectively and ensure compliance with HMRC requirements.
Why Use Our Calculators?
Employment costs go far beyond just salary. As a UK employer, you need to account for:
- Employer National Insurance — 15% on earnings above the Secondary Threshold (£5,000/year in 2026/27)
- Workplace Pension — Minimum 3% employer contribution under auto-enrolment
- Statutory Sick Pay — £123.25/week from day one for eligible employees
- Holiday Entitlement — 5.6 weeks statutory minimum
Accurate 2026/27 Rates
Our calculators are updated with the latest rates from HMRC for the 2026/27 tax year. This includes the significant changes to employer NI rates and thresholds that came into effect in April 2026. Use our employee cost calculator to see the full impact on your hiring budget.
Perfect for Budgeting and HR Planning
Whether you're hiring your first employee, expanding your team, or simply reviewing your costs, our calculators give you the accurate figures you need. Download our free 2026/27 rates cheatsheet to keep all key numbers to hand.