Payroll bureau software built for growth in the UK
BrightPay is forcing accountants and payroll bureaus onto a new cloud platform. Instead of a simple switch, take the opportunity to upgrade.
With Employment Hero, you get a true cloud-native payroll bureau platform – purpose-built for stability and long-term growth.
Why choosing the right payroll software matters
The right payroll bureau software isn’t just about processing payments. It should:
- Automate time-consuming admin
- Help ensure HMRC compliance
- Support your bureau’s growth with predictable costs
As the industry moves away from desktop payroll software, now is the perfect time to partner with a provider already leading in the cloud.
Employment Hero vs BrightPay: At a Glance
| Feature | BrightPay Cloud | Employment Hero Payroll Bureau |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Per employer and per employee | £1,000 flat annual fee, unlimited use |
| Platform | Migrated from a desktop app | True native cloud platform |
| Automation | Partial automation | Fully automated pay runs & HMRC filings |
| Multi-client view | Limited, newer feature | Central bureau dashboard to manage all clients |
| HR capabilities | Basic self-service only | Optional full HR suite via referral |
| Revenue growth | Payroll services only | Option to create a new revenue stream via HR referrals, or pass client savings on instead |
One Fee. Unlimited Growth.
BrightPay’s per-employee cloud model brings cost uncertainty. With Employment Hero:
- Flat £1,000 annual fee – unlimited clients and employees
- Fixed price for 5 years – complete cost predictability
- No penalties for growth – scale your bureau without anxiety
A true cloud-native platform, built for bureaus
BrightPay’s cloud option is retrofitted from desktop software. Employment Hero was cloud-first from day one:
- Access anywhere, anytime: Manage payroll from any device, without desktop installs.
- One central dashboard: Track and manage hundreds of clients in a single view.
- Seamless integrations: Connect with Xero, Sage, QuickBooks and more.
Put compliance and admin on autopilot
Employment Hero payroll bureau software automates the heavy lifting so your team can focus on clients and growth:
- Automated HMRC submissions (FPS/EPS) sent directly
- Automated pay runs & payslips scheduled and distributed for you
- HMRC-recognised compliance with tax codes, NI, and RTI updates handled automatically
Grow beyond payroll. Boost your bottom line.
You run your clients’ payroll – but with Employment Hero’s referral programme, you can also support their wider HR needs.
By referring clients to Employment Hero’s integrated HR platform, they enjoy a seamless experience with payroll and HR working together.
At the same time, your bureau has options:
- Create an additional revenue stream– Earn 20% in year one, 10% ongoing
- Or pass the equivalent savings on to your clients– Deliver extra value they can only get from you
Either way, it’s a simple way to add value, deepen client trust, and grow your bureau – all without adding to your workload.
Ready to make payroll profitable?
BrightPay’s forced migration is the chance to switch to a platform designed for modern bureau success.
With Employment Hero, you get:
- Automation that saves time and reduces errors
- New revenue streams through HR referrals
- One predictable annual fee, with the price guaranteed for 5 years.
