From Rising Costs to Rising Efficiency

As UK businesses prepare for the 2025 surge in employment costs, Kentmere Solutions offers expert HR Consulting, Organisational Development, and Change Management services to help you navigate these challenges. Discover how we can help you transform rising costs into rising efficiency.

Currently braced for the 2025 surge in employment costs—marked by increased National Insurance Contributions (NICs) and wage hikes—many are seeking effective strategies to maintain profitability and resilience. Navigating these challenges requires more than generic solutions; it demands tailored, expert interventions that align with your unique business objectives.

Understanding the 2025 Employment Cost Landscape

The upcoming financial landscape presents significant hurdles:

• Increased NICs: Employers face a rise in NICs, directly impacting labour costs.
• Wage Inflation: Mandatory wage increases add to the financial strain.
• Regulatory Changes: New compliance requirements necessitate adjustments in operations and human resources.

Proactive Strategies for Business Resilience

To transform these challenges into opportunities for growth, consider the following approaches:

1. Strategic Financial Planning: Conduct comprehensive financial assessments to understand the specific impact of rising costs on your business. This involves analysing current expenditures and forecasting future financial needs.

2. Optimising Workforce Structure: Evaluate your workforce composition to identify areas for increased efficiency. This may include restructuring roles or investing in employee development to enhance productivity.

3. Implementing Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Offer employees the option to exchange part of their salary for non-cash benefits, effectively reducing NIC liabilities for both parties.

4. Investing in Automation and AI: Adopt technological solutions to automate routine tasks, thereby reducing reliance on manual labour and associated costs.

5. Staying Abreast of Compliance Requirements: Regularly update your policies and procedures to align with the latest regulatory changes, minimising the risk of non-compliance penalties

Our hands-on, personalised approach ensures that solutions are not only designed but effectively implemented, leading to measurable improvements in performance and profitability.

Client Success Story

Founder & CEOattests to our impact:

“Working with Kentmere Solutions has been a game-changer for our company. Their strategic people and operational interventions have transformed our business and allowed us to scale up and grow fast as per our business plan. We highly recommend their services.”