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Paying yourself as a company director isn't always straightforward. Different National Insurance rules, HMRC reporting requirements and salary decisions all need to be managed correctly. We take care of the payroll processing, calculations and HMRC submissions, so you can focus on running your business with confidence. Whether you are a sole director of a limited company or part of a larger management team, we provide a professional service tailored to your business. ## How Our Directors Payroll Services Benefit You ### Salary & Dividends Pay yourself correctly with the right balance of salary and dividends, working alongside your accountant where needed. ### HMRC Compliance Stay on top of payroll legislation, HMRC submissions and reporting requirements without the extra admin. ### Director Payroll Directors have different National Insurance rules. We'll make sure your payroll is calculated correctly. ### Benefits & Expenses Report benefits and expenses correctly, helping reduce errors and avoid unnecessary HMRC issues. ### Workplace Pensions Meet your workplace pension responsibilities without worrying about the paperwork or ongoing administration. ### Year-End Payroll We'll complete your year-end payroll reports and keep your payroll records accurate and up to date. ## Ready to simplify your payroll? ##### We handle payroll, so your employees get paid on time, freeing you up to focus on hitting project deadlines [Get a free quote](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/request-a-quote-old) ## Who Benefits from Director Payroll Services? ### Limited Company Directors Directors often require a payroll structure that balances tax efficiency with compliance and long-term planning considerations. ### Owner Managed Businesses Business owners need payroll support that works alongside wider business and tax strategies. ### Partnerships and LLPS Some LLP members and partners have payroll obligations that require specialist knowledge and careful administration. ### Consultants & Contractors Directors operating through personal service companies benefit from accurate payroll processing and tailored remuneration planning. ### Family-Owned Businesses Where family members are employed within the business, payroll arrangements often require careful planning and administration. ### Companies with Multiple Directors Helping businesses with two or more directors manage salaries, PAYE and payroll submissions efficiently.   ## Why us ## Why choose dhpayroll for director payroll services? --- ![icons](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/icons.png?width=100&height=100&name=icons.png) ### 25+ years of payroll expertise ![icons](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/icons.png?width=100&height=100&name=icons.png) ### Experts in UK legislation and compliance ![icons](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/icons.png?width=100&height=100&name=icons.png) ### Fast, reliable payroll ![icons](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/icons.png?width=100&height=100&name=icons.png) ### Auto-enrolment set-up and support ![icons](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/icons.png?width=100&height=100&name=icons.png) ### Clear, easy-to-read reports ![icons](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/icons.png?width=100&height=100&name=icons.png) ### Secure online payroll payslips ![icons](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/icons.png?width=100&height=100&name=icons.png) ### Transparent pricing, no hidden fees ## How Our Director Payroll Services Work ![managed payroll service (3)](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/managed%20payroll%20service%20(3).png?width=100&height=100&name=managed%20payroll%20service%20(3).png "managed payroll service (3)") ### Register Contact us and provide your business details ![managed payroll service (2)](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/managed%20payroll%20service%20(2).png?width=100&height=100&name=managed%20payroll%20service%20(2).png "managed payroll service (2)") ### Upload Share payroll information securely online. ![managed payroll service (1)](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/managed%20payroll%20service%20(1).png?width=100&height=100&name=managed%20payroll%20service%20(1).png "managed payroll service (1)") ### Payroll Processed We process your payroll, payslips, and reports - simple! ## 5 Star Director Payroll services, straight from our clients ![small business payroll provider](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/small%20business%20payroll%20provider.png?width=80&height=17&name=small%20business%20payroll%20provider.png "small business payroll provider") My business has been using David Howard payroll team for over 10 years. The team are first class, return the information and payslips within 24 hours. It allows me and my team to focus on our strengths. Green Thumb Director FREE QUOTE ### Ready to Simplify Your Payroll? Running a business is demanding enough without worrying about payroll. We've spent more than 25 years helping directors pay themselves correctly, stay compliant and save time. Let us take payroll off your hands, so you can focus on growing your business. [Get a free quote](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/request-a-quote-old) ## Proudly supporting businesses across the UK Dhpayroll is proud to serve the UK for payroll services. We deliver fully managed payroll to companies of all sizes.  We work with businesses in a way that suits you, online or in-person. ## Areas we serve [Richmond](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-richmond) [Kingston](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-kingston) [Hampton Wick](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-hampton-wick) [Staines](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-staines) [Bagshot](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-bagshot) [Horsham](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-horsham) [Surrey](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-surrey) [Surbiton](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-in-surbiton) [Teddington](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-in-teddington) [Twickenham](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-in-twickenham) [Thames Ditton](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-in-thames-ditton) [Wimbledon](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-in-wimbleon) [New Malden](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-in-new-malden) [Sunbury](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-in-sunbury-on-thames) [Putney](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-in-putney) [London](https://www.dhpayroll.co.uk/payroll-services-london) ## Frequently Asked Questions on Director Payroll Services ###### Does a director have to be on payroll? A company director needs to be included in payroll if they receive salary or other taxable earnings from the company. Directors are treated as employees for National Insurance purposes, and their pay must be reported to HMRC through PAYE. If a director does not receive any salary or other taxable earnings from the company, there is no salary to process through payroll. A director might receive other types of income, such as dividends, which have different tax rules and are not processed through PAYE in the same way as salary. ###### Can I pay myself a salary as a director? Yes, a director of a limited company can pay themselves a salary through the company's payroll. The salary is treated as employment income, so the company needs to operate PAYE and report the director's pay and deductions to HMRC. Directors have specific National Insurance rules, with contributions calculated on their annual earnings rather than separately for each pay period. The most tax-efficient level of salary depends on the director's circumstances, including other income, National Insurance position and whether the company is eligible for Employment Allowance. Salary is only one way a director might take money from a company, with dividends subject to separate tax rules. ###### How much can a director earn tax free? A director with the standard Personal Allowance can receive up to £12,570 of taxable income before paying Income Tax in the 2026/27 tax year, provided their Personal Allowance has not been reduced by other income. The Personal Allowance applies to an individual's total taxable income, rather than specifically to a director's salary. It also starts to reduce when adjusted net income exceeds £100,000 and reaches zero at £125,140. Income Tax is not the only consideration when deciding on a director's salary. National Insurance has separate rules, and a company also needs to consider employer National Insurance. For 2026/27, directors' employee National Insurance applies to annual earnings above £12,570, while employers normally pay Class 1 National Insurance above the relevant secondary threshold. ###### Can you be a director and not take a salary? Yes, you can be a company director without taking a salary from the company. There is no requirement for every director to receive a salary. If you do not take a salary or other taxable earnings from the company, there is no director's salary to process through PAYE. You might instead receive dividends if the company has sufficient distributable profits and the relevant requirements are met. Dividends have different tax rules from salary. 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