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United Kingdom Employer of Record

Hire in United Kingdom

Hire employees in United Kingdom without opening an entity.

Employer of Record United Kingdom: compliant payroll, employment laws 2026, visa support. Onboard in 2–3 days. No local entity required.

Hire in United Kingdom
UK employment law compliant2–3 day onboarding17+ countries

United Kingdom at a glance

The United Kingdom is one of Europe's most competitive economies and a gateway to EU talent. With strong employment laws, high English proficiency, and a business-friendly environment, it is a top choice for Employer of Record and United Kingdom payroll outsourcing.

Capital

London

Currency

Pound sterling (GBP)

Languages

English

Population

67M+

Ease of doing business

Global hub

Payroll frequency

Monthly

VAT standard rate

20%

Timezone

GMT / BST

What is Employer of Record (EOR) in the United Kingdom?

Employer of Record United Kingdom lets you hire United Kingdom (Local) employees without setting up a local entity. We become the legal employer; you keep day-to-day control. Ideal for companies that want to hire employees in the United Kingdom without entity setup.

Who needs United Kingdom EOR?

US, UK, EU, and global companies hiring in the United Kingdom; startups and scaleups building a United Kingdom (Local) team; enterprises expanding without new entities; HR leaders and recruiters who need fast, compliant hiring.

Benefits

  • No local Ltd setup or Companies House filings required for your first UK hires
  • HMRC PAYE, RTI, and employment law alignment from day one
  • Payslips, P60s, and leaver documentation handled
  • Right-to-work and visa coordination where applicable
Learn more about global EOR
Why the United Kingdom?

Why the United Kingdom is an attractive option for hiring

The United Kingdom offers an exceptional business environment with a highly educated, multilingual workforce and a strong culture of innovation. As one of Europe's most open economies, it provides excellent access to EU markets and is a leading hub for tech, logistics, and finance. United Kingdom (Local) employment laws 2026 and a clear regulatory framework make United Kingdom EOR and United Kingdom payroll outsourcing straightforward for international companies.

English is widely spoken, and the country ranks among the top globally for quality of life and work-life balance. With Europe's largest port in Rotterdam and a strategic location, the United Kingdom is ideal for companies hiring in the United Kingdom without entity: you get local contracts, full compliance with United Kingdom (Local) employment laws, and access to top talent through Employer of Record United Kingdom services.

United Kingdom (Local) workers are known for high productivity, technical skills, and a collaborative mindset. The government supports innovation and the Highly Skilled Migrant program makes it easier to bring in non-EU talent. Whether you need United Kingdom payroll outsourcing, full EOR, or visa support, the United Kingdom is a prime destination for scaling your European team.

Employee benefits in the United Kingdom

We manage mandatory and optional benefits for your United Kingdom (Local) employees through our United Kingdom EOR and payroll platform. Full compliance with United Kingdom (Local) employment laws 2026, including holiday allowance, pension, and social security.

PAYE & National Insurance

Income tax and employee Class 1 NI deducted at source; employer NI calculated and reported to HMRC via RTI.

Workplace pensions

Automatic enrolment into a qualifying pension scheme when eligibility thresholds are met, with employer contributions.

Statutory pay

Administration of Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay where employees qualify.

Holiday & rights

Paid annual leave (minimum 5.6 weeks), rest breaks, and other Employment Rights Act 1996 entitlements.

United Kingdom Employment Laws 2026: What Companies Must Know

Stay compliant with United Kingdom (Local) employment law. Key rules on contracts, probation, notice, minimum wage, and employee protections.

Contracts & probation

  • Written statement of particulars / contract from day one (or within legal time limits)
  • Probationary periods are common (e.g. 3–6 months); fairness rules still apply to dismissal
  • National Minimum Wage / National Living Wage must be met for each pay reference period

Notice & dismissal

  • Statutory minimum notice increases with service (up to 12 weeks after 12 years)
  • Unfair dismissal protection generally after two years’ service (exceptions apply)
  • Follow fair process and ACAS-style good practice for performance and conduct

Pay & leave

  • 5.6 weeks’ paid holiday per year for full-time workers (often 28 days including bank holidays confirm contract wording)
  • Working Time Regulations cap average weekly hours unless opted out for certain roles
  • SSP and family-related statutory pay subject to eligibility

Non-compliance can lead to fines, back payments, and reputational risk. With United Kingdom EOR, Jackson & Frank ensures your hires meet United Kingdom (Local) employment laws 2026.

Pros and cons of United Kingdom EOR

Weigh the benefits and considerations of using an Employer of Record in the United Kingdom versus setting up your own entity.

Pros of United Kingdom EOR

  • No UK limited company required we employ under our UK entity with full PAYE registration.
  • Onboard many roles in 2–3 business days once right-to-work checks and starter information are complete.
  • Jackson & Frank runs payroll, RTI filings, NI, pension auto-enrolment, and P45/P60 processes.
  • Contracts of employment and statements of particulars meet core UK statutory requirements.
  • Support for Skilled Worker sponsorship where we hold a licence and the role qualifies.
  • One partner for UK hires alongside your global expansion.

Considerations

  • Employer NIC and pension costs add to total employment cost vs. gross salary alone.
  • You rely on the EOR for HR and payroll compliance choose an experienced UK provider.
  • IR35 does not apply to employees but remains relevant if you also use contractors alongside EOR staff.

Why Choose Jackson & Frank for United Kingdom EOR?

Speed, compliance, and local expertise so you can focus on growing your team.

2–3 day onboarding

From signed agreement to live on payroll in 2–3 business days.

Full compliance

United Kingdom (Local) entity, CAO awareness, and employment law compliance built in.

Local expertise

Dedicated knowledge of United Kingdom (Local) payroll, benefits, and HR practices.

Risk managed

We carry employment and tax risk as the legal employer in the United Kingdom.

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Jackson & Frank vs Other United Kingdom EOR Providers

Compare speed, compliance, support, and pricing. We focus on European markets with a strong United Kingdom footprint.

FeatureJackson & FrankDeel / Remote / Papaya
Onboarding speed2–3 days5–14 days
UK PAYE & RTIOwn UK employerVaries
Pension auto-enrolmentManagedOften add-on
Right to workChecks documentedVaries
Transparent pricingIncludedOften extras

Our Complete United Kingdom Employment Services

End-to-end employment and payroll so you can hire and manage United Kingdom (Local) talent without a local entity.

Payroll & PAYE

Monthly payroll, tax codes, student loans, NI, RTI Full Payment Submission, and year-end reporting.

HR support

Contracts, changes, disciplinaries, and leavers in line with UK practice.

Pensions

Auto-enrolment assessments, enrolment, contributions, and re-enrolment cycles.

Benefits admin

Salary sacrifice and benefits in kind reporting where applicable (P11D process).

Compliance

National Living Wage checks, holiday accrual, apprenticeship levy where liable.

United Kingdom EOR + Immigration Services

Visa sponsorship and relocation support so you can hire non-EU talent in the United Kingdom.

Visa sponsorship

We support combined residence and work permits (GVVA) and coordinate with the IND so your employees can work legally in the United Kingdom.

Highly Skilled Migrant (HSM) program

Fast-track permits and reduced salary thresholds for qualified professionals. We handle sponsorship and paperwork as your United Kingdom EOR.

Relocation support

From registration to BSN and first payroll: we guide your new hires through the United Kingdom (Local) system so they can start quickly.

Ask about visa & relocation

How Our United Kingdom EOR Process Works (2–3 Days)

From agreement to first payroll in three simple steps.

Day 1

Agreement & offer

Sign master agreement; share candidate details, salary, and start date. We verify right to work.

Day 2

Contract & HMRC

Issue employment contract / statement of particulars; collect P45 or starter checklist; set up PAYE and pension assessment.

Day 3

Live payroll

Employee starts; first pay run on your agreed schedule with payslip and RTI submission.

United Kingdom Payroll: What We Handle

Full payroll and tax compliance so you don't have to manage United Kingdom (Local) regulations.

  • Income tax and employee National Insurance via PAYE
  • Employer National Insurance and apprenticeship levy (if applicable)
  • Workplace pension contributions and re-enrolment duties
  • Statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.) where eligible
  • Payslips, P45 on exit, and end-of-year P60
Global payroll services

Platform Features

Manage your United Kingdom team from one place.

Dashboard

View UK headcount, costs, and payroll status.

Employee management

Starters, changes, and leavers with audit trail.

Reporting

Exports for finance and management accounts.

Compliance & Risk Management

We keep your United Kingdom hiring legally sound and audit-ready.

Legal compliance

United Kingdom (Local) employment law, CAO, UWV, and tax office requirements.

Risk mitigation

Correct classification, contracts, and filings to avoid fines and back payments.

Audit support

Documentation and reporting for internal and external audits.

United Kingdom EOR Success Stories

Real results from companies using our Employer of Record in the United Kingdom.

1EOR Case Study

FinTech: US to UK

Global FinTech Company

Rapid expansion of 20 employees from the US to the UK in 4 weeks with full EOR and payroll support.

20

Employees hired

4 weeks

Time to complete

100%

Compliance

Read full case study
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EOR vs Entity Setup in the United Kingdom

Decide whether United Kingdom EOR or a United Kingdom (Local) BV is right for you.

AspectUnited Kingdom EORUnited Kingdom (Local) entity (BV)
Time to first hire2–3 daysWeeks to months
Setup costMonthly fee + pass-throughIncorporation, accounting, PAYE scheme
Compliance riskEOR as employerYour statutory duties
Ongoing adminEOR-led payroll & HRYour team or bureau

EOR for Startups vs Enterprises

Whether you're a startup or enterprise, United Kingdom EOR fits your use case.

Startups & scaleups

  • First UK hire from the US, EU, or APAC without a UK Ltd
  • Sales and CS teams in London, Manchester, or Edinburgh
  • Product and engineering hubs tapping UK talent

Enterprises

  • Project teams and secondments into the UK
  • M&A and TUPE-adjacent planning with specialist advice
  • Consistent EOR across UK and EU entities

Contractor Management in the United Kingdom

Avoid misclassification and stay compliant when engaging United Kingdom (Local) contractors.

United Kingdom (Local) rules on self-employed vs employed are strict. Misclassifying workers can lead to back taxes, penalties, and reclassification. We help you:

  • Assess contractor vs employee status and avoid false self-employment (schijnzelfstandigheid) risk.
  • Use compliant contracts and structures for genuine contractors.
  • Convert contractors to employees via United Kingdom EOR when a permanent role makes more sense.
United Kingdom contractor solutions

Our comprehensive guide to hiring in the United Kingdom

Explore leave, termination, public holidays, onboarding, and immigration. Everything you need for United Kingdom (Local) employment laws 2026 and United Kingdom payroll outsourcing.

Annual leave

In the United Kingdom, employees are entitled to a minimum of 20 days (4 weeks) of paid annual leave per year based on full-time employment. Many employers offer 25 days or more. Unused vacation days can usually be carried forward but must be used within six months after the end of the calendar year. Our United Kingdom EOR ensures your team receives full statutory and contractual leave under United Kingdom (Local) employment laws 2026.

Maternity leave

Expecting mothers are entitled to 16 weeks of maternity leave (6 weeks before and 10 weeks after the due date). Salary is paid at 100% by the United Kingdom (Local) Employee Insurance Agency (UWV). Additional unpaid parental leave is available. We handle all administration and compliance for your United Kingdom (Local) employees.

Paternity and partner leave

Partners receive one week of paid birth leave at 100% salary within four weeks of birth, plus five weeks of additional birth leave (paid at 70% by UWV) within six months. Parental leave of 26 times weekly hours per child (until the child turns 8) is also available first 9 weeks paid at 70%, remainder unpaid.

Sick leave

Employers must continue to pay sick employees for up to 2 years (minimum 70% of salary, often 100% in year one and 70% in year two as per contract). United Kingdom payroll outsourcing through Jackson & Frank includes correct sick pay and UWV reporting.

Learn more about United Kingdom contractor solutions

United Kingdom Employment Statistics 2026

Hiring trends, salary benchmarks, and market insights for planning your United Kingdom (Local) team.

2–3 days

Time to hire (with EOR)

Annual uprating

NLW / NMW

5.6 weeks

Statutory holiday

PAYE bands

Income tax

United Kingdom (Local) labor market remains competitive for tech, finance, and logistics. United Kingdom EOR helps you access talent quickly while staying compliant with United Kingdom (Local) employment laws 2026 and payroll obligations.

UK EOR FAQs

UK EOR pricing typically includes a monthly management fee per employee plus gross salary, employer National Insurance, workplace pension contributions (auto-enrolment where applicable), apprenticeship levy if relevant, and employer costs. Income tax and employee NI are deducted via PAYE. At Jackson & Frank we offer transparent pricing. Book a demo for a custom quote.