No Employers NIC for a year when hiring ex-military staff

Government have announced a one-year exemption from paying employers national insurance contributions (NICs) where military veterans are recruited by civilian employers. Employers can claim relief if they employ a veteran during the qualifying period. The qualifying period starts on the first day of the veteran’s first civilian job since leaving the regular armed forces and ends 12 months later. For 2021/22 employers will be required to pay the NICs and then claim back the amounts paid at the end of the tax year. From 6 April 2022 a new zero NIC rate will apply. Need more information? Are you keen to hire a military staff member? We offer a wide range of services which are unique to your business. Our team of chartered accountants have a wealth of experience in a broad range of sectors and our team work hard to ensure they create smart and effective tax-efficient solutions for start-ups to optimise growth and help them succeed. If you want to learn more about how the team can help or simply want some start-up advice from a trusted accountant do hesitate to contact us. For more information please do hesitate to contact us on 0161 962 1855. Alternatively you can email us using the form below and we will contact you as soon as possible. Our fantastic team at A&C Chartered Accountants are here to help.

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