HMRC-recognised payroll software
Automatic RTI submissions, PensionSync, statutory pay and more. Employment Hero’s AI Employment Operating System automates, orchestrates, and runs payroll for you – freeing your team from repetitive admin and compliance uncertainty. Get pay runs done accurately and on time, every time.
Automatic RTI submissions, every pay run
Every pay run automatically files a Full Payment Submission to HMRC in real time. No manual submissions, no missed deadlines, no penalties.
Pension auto-enrolment with PensionSync
Automatically assess eligible workers, calculate contributions and submit directly to your pension provider via PensionSync. Auto-enrolment done right, every time.
Statutory pay, calculated automatically
SSP, SMP, SPP and more – all calculated automatically and included in every pay run. Stay compliant with statutory obligations without the manual legwork.
Always up to date with UK legislation
Tax codes, NI rates, minimum wage changes and Employment Rights Act updates applied automatically. Your payroll software stays current so you never get caught out.
Run payroll with AI validation
AI flags unusual pay changes and compliance risks before submission, reducing errors while keeping you fully in control.
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More than payroll software
Rather than a static interface for data entry, Employment OS continuously coordinates the work that payroll requires.
HR and payroll in one AI-powered platform
Employee records, contracts, leave and payroll all live in the same system. No re-entering data, no integration errors, no reconciliation at month end.
Complex pay rules, automated
Set custom pay conditions for overtime, allowances and shift premiums – and let the pay conditions engine calculate them automatically every pay run.
Time and attendance synced to payroll
Timesheets and attendance data flow directly into payroll. No manual imports, no discrepancies – hours worked translate to accurate pay every time.
Payroll your employees can access
Employees view payslips, request leave and access earned wages early – all from the Employment Hero work app. Fewer payroll queries landing in your inbox.
Accounting integrations that work
Sync payroll data directly with Xero, QuickBooks, Sage and more. Payroll journals post automatically after every pay run – no manual reconciliation needed.
Need payroll done for you?
Hand payroll to our certified payroll professionals with Managed Payroll. We handle the runs, compliance and filings – you stay in control of the outcomes.
Future-ready payroll for UK businesses
HMRC-recognised, RTI-compliant and connected to HR, hiring and benefits – Employment Hero is payroll software that grows with your business.
HMRC recognised
Automatic RTI submissions and up-to-date tax rates mean every pay run is compliant – without you lifting a finger.
Automated PensionSync
PensionSync automates auto-enrolment assessments and pension contributions directly to your provider. No manual uploads, no missed contributions.
One Employment OS
Payroll connects natively with HR, hiring and benefits. One platform, one source of truth – no integrations to manage.
Expert local payroll support
Access payroll specialists and HR advisory when you need them. Real support from people who know UK employment law.
Trusted by UK businesses
Smart payroll integrations.
Switch payroll solutions easily by importing employee time worked, leave taken and other employee details from your current payroll provider or accounting software into Employment Hero.
See the results for yourself.
81%
more efficient payroll processing
39%
time saved on employment-related tasks
£21k
saved* yearly in software subscription costs
150+
payroll steps consolidated into a few clicks
Plans to suit your business
Core Payroll
Everything in Free Payroll, plus:
Pay Conditions Engine
Multi-PAYE
Single Sign-On
3rd-Party App Integrations
Live Webchat
Run payroll with confidence using a fully integrated payroll solution.
Managed Payroll
Core Payroll
Minimum of £30 per month. Based on the greater of any minimum contractual amounts and actual billable employees each month..
Core Payroll
Everything in Free Payroll, plus:
Run payroll with confidence using a fully integrated payroll solution.
Pay Conditions Engine
Multi-PAYE
Single Sign-On
3rd-Party App Integrations
Live Webchat
Managed Payroll
Core Payroll
Minimum of £30 per month. Based on the greater of any minimum contractual amounts and actual billable employees each month..
Managed Payroll
Everything in Core Payroll, plus:
Includes:
End-to-End Managed Pay Runs
Managed HMRC Reporting
Managed RTI & Pension Enrolment
Pension Declaration of Compliance
Allow the Employment Hero team to manage your entire payroll end-to-end, while you have full visibility with our best-in-class cloud software.
HR Essentials
HR Engage
HR Elite
Managed Payroll
Minimums apply: Your subscription must include a minimum of 10 Users. Billing is based on the higher of the two: the number of Users specified in your customer agreement, or the number of active Users.
Managed Payroll
Everything in Core Payroll, plus:
Allow the Employment Hero team to manage your entire payroll end-to-end, while you have full visibility with our best-in-class cloud software.
Includes:
End-to-End Managed Pay Runs
Managed HMRC Reporting
Managed RTI & Pension Enrolment
Pension Declaration of Compliance
HR Essentials
HR Engage
HR Elite
Managed Payroll
Minimums apply: Your subscription must include a minimum of 10 Users. Billing is based on the higher of the two: the number of Users specified in your customer agreement, or the number of active Users.
Free Payroll
Includes:
Automated Pay Run
Multiple Pay Schedules
Payrolling Benefits
Automated Payslip Generation
PensionSync Integration
Allowances
Automate pay runs, ensure compliance and manage post-payroll tasks with the confidence you’re getting it right—every time
Free Payroll
Minimums apply: Your subscription must include a minimum of 10 Users. Billing is based on the higher of the two: the number of Users specified in your customer agreement, or the number of active Users.
Free Payroll
Automate pay runs, ensure compliance and manage post-payroll tasks with the confidence you’re getting it right—every time
Includes:
Automated Pay Run
Multiple Pay Schedules
Payrolling Benefits
Automated Payslip Generation
PensionSync Integration
Allowances
Free Payroll
Minimums apply: Your subscription must include a minimum of 10 Users. Billing is based on the higher of the two: the number of Users specified in your customer agreement, or the number of active Users.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Employment Hero payroll software, answered.
Yes. Employment Hero is on HMRC’s recognised payroll software list. Every pay run automatically files a Full Payment Submission via RTI, so your PAYE and NI submissions reach HMRC accurately and on time.
After every pay run, Employment Hero automatically sends a Full Payment Submission to HMRC in real time. Tax codes update automatically and Employer Payment Summaries are filed at month end – no manual action needed.
Yes. Employment Hero assesses worker eligibility, calculates contributions and submits directly to your pension provider via PensionSync. Auto-enrolment obligations are tracked automatically so you stay compliant without the admin.
Free payroll covers RTI, unlimited employees and payslips. The paid tier adds HR, time and attendance, advanced reporting, PensionSync, accounting integrations and access to Managed Payroll – all inside one Employment OS.
Yes. Employment Hero integrates directly with Xero, QuickBooks, Sage and more. Payroll journals sync automatically after each pay run, removing manual reconciliation and keeping your accounts accurate in real time.
Most businesses are up and running within a few weeks. Our implementation team handles data migration and walks you through setup, so your first live pay run goes smoothly.
UK payroll guides and resources
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Read more: Monthly Payroll Checklist for UK BusinessesMonthly Payroll Checklist for UK Businesses
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Read more: Payroll Guide: The Basics of Payroll for HR Managers & Business Owners (UK)Payroll Guide: The Basics of Payroll for HR Managers & Business Owners (UK)
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