Concerned about the 15% NI hike and the 2026 Employment Rights Act? We can help you restructure your team cost-efficiently — and legally.
UK businesses are facing a 15% Employer NI rise, tighter employment law, and rising IR35 scrutiny. VLS Sourcing gives you a compliant, cost-efficient alternative — skilled remote professionals from India, fully managed by us.
Inclusive of our management fee. No Employer NI, no auto-enrolment pension, no statutory holiday pay obligations on your side.
The April 2025 NI rate increase means every UK employee now costs you significantly more before a single hour of work is done.
Day-one unfair dismissal rights replace the 2-year qualifying period. The risk of making a wrong hire has never been higher.
Our Employer of Record model keeps your engagement offshore and outside HMRC's IR35 chain of liability. We handle all Indian payroll and compliance.
Manpower outsourcing for UK businesses means engaging skilled professionals based in India (or other global hubs) through a managed service provider, rather than hiring directly in the UK. The provider — VLS Sourcing — handles employment contracts, payroll, HR compliance, and performance management in India, while you direct the day-to-day work. This structure removes Employer NI obligations, pension auto-enrolment costs, and the legal risk of the 2026 Employment Rights Act from your UK entity entirely.
A £40,000 UK salary doesn't cost you £40,000. Once you add Employer NI at 15%, pension, recruitment, and office costs — the true annual cost exceeds £55,000. Here is what the same role costs when structured through VLS Sourcing.
| Cost Item | 🇬🇧 UK Direct Hire | 🇮🇳 Via VLS Sourcing | Annual Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Salary / Service Fee | £40,000 | £10,800–£13,200 | |
| Employer NI (15%) | £5,148 | £0 | |
| Employer Pension (3% minimum) | £1,200 | £0 | |
| Recruitment Fee (one-off, ~15%) | £6,000 | £0 | |
| Desk / Office Space (London) | £4,800 | £0 | |
| Holiday Pay (28 days statutory) | £4,307 | £0 | |
| Management / HR Admin | Included in salary time | Included in our fee | |
| Total Annual Cost | ~£61,455 | ~£10,800–£13,200 | Up to £48,000/yr |
* VLS Sourcing fee shown for a typical admin/support role. Figures are illustrative. Contact us for a precise quote tailored to your role and headcount. Recruitment fee shown as one-off, annualised. Office cost estimate based on London Grade B flexible desk.
Whether you need a single specialist or want to build an entire offshore function, we have a structured, compliant model for you.
We become the legal employer of your remote hire in India. We handle the Indian employment contract, payroll, statutory deductions, and full HR compliance — leaving your UK entity with zero employment liability. Hire in 48 hours, not 4 weeks.
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Our Commitments to You
We handle the entire process — sourcing, vetting, contracting, payroll, and performance management. You run the work.
A 30-minute call to understand the role, required skills, working hours, and your team structure. Free, no commitment.
We shortlist 3–5 vetted candidates within 5–7 working days using our three-stage quality process.
Interview your shortlist by video. No pressure. If no one fits, we re-source at no extra charge.
Contracts, payroll, GDPR agreements, and onboarding — all handled. Your hire is live within a fortnight.
"We replaced two admin roles via VLS Sourcing and saved over £46,000 in the first year. The transition was seamless — our team barely noticed. The managed service element is what sets them apart."
"Our bookkeeper from VLS is sharp, communicates brilliantly, and is completely on top of our Xero accounts. We're saving nearly £2,500 a month compared to our previous arrangement."
"After the NI increase in April, we needed to restructure quickly. VLS Sourcing found us a customer support lead within ten days. Professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely good value."
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