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Strategic Limited Company Remuneration Review
Our Strategic Limited Company Remuneration Review is designed to help limited company directors assess whether their current remuneration strategy remains the most appropriate and tax-effective approach for their individual circumstances.
Why Do We Offer This Service?
Historically, the remuneration strategy for many directors was relatively straightforward: taking a salary at a level sufficient to utilise the Personal Allowance and secure a qualifying year for State Pension purposes, with the remaining profits extracted through dividends.
It has also traditionally been the case that operating through a limited company structure provided greater tax efficiency than trading as a sole trader, largely due to differences in Income Tax, National Insurance, and Corporation Tax treatment. While these advantages still exist in certain circumstances, recent changes to tax rates and thresholds have reduced the difference for many businesses, meaning the decision is now less clear-cut.
Our Approach
There are also a number of wider considerations when reviewing business structures, including limited liability protection, administrative requirements, commercial credibility, and long-term business objectives.
A number of significant tax changes have impacted the overall position, including increases in Employers’ National Insurance, changes to Employment Allowance, Corporation Tax rates ranging from 19% to 25%, and the recent 2% increase in dividend tax rates effective from 6 April 2026.
As a result, there is no longer a single remuneration strategy that is suitable for all directors. The most appropriate approach will depend on a range of factors, including company profitability, eligibility for Employment Allowance, personal income requirements, pension planning objectives, and the interaction between personal and corporate tax rates.
Our review considers these factors in detail and provides tailored recommendations to help ensure your remuneration strategy remains aligned with current tax legislation while supporting your wider business and personal financial objectives.
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If you would like to discuss this service further, please get in touch.
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