Is Your Business Overpaying for HR? Here’s How to Save Thousands Without Compromising on Expertise
When it comes to managing HR, many business owners assume that hiring an in-house HR professional is their only option. However, the cost of employing a full-time HR Manager can be significantly higher than outsourcing HR support to a trusted provider like Dekela.
In this post, we break down the true cost of hiring in-house versus using one of our HR Retainer Packages, and how your business can save thousands while still getting expert HR support.
The Cost of Hiring an In-House HR Professional
Hiring a full-time HR Manager or HR Advisor comes with a hefty price tag. Let’s look at the numbers:
Average Salary: A mid-level HR Manager in the UK earns around £45,000 – £55,000 per year.
Employer National Insurance (NI) Contributions: Approximately 13.8% on earnings over £12,570, adding around £6,000 – £7,500 annually.
Pension Contributions: Employers must contribute at least 3% to a workplace pension scheme, which adds another £1,500 – £2,000 per year.
Recruitment Costs: Hiring an HR professional can cost thousands in recruitment fees, job advertising, and onboarding.
Training & Development: Keeping HR staff up to date with employment law changes and best practices can cost £2,000+ per year.
Office & Software Costs: Providing workspace, HR software, and additional resources can add another £3,000 – £5,000 annually.
Estimated Total Annual Cost: £60,000 – £70,000+
For many small and medium-sized businesses, this level of expenditure isn’t feasible. The good news? There’s a smarter, more cost-effective solution.
At Dekela, we provide expert HR support at a fraction of the cost of hiring in-house. Our HR Retainer Packages offer flexible, on-demand HR advice and guidance without the expense of employing a full-time HR Manager.
Here’s what our retainers cost:
HR Advisor Package – £249 per month (£2,988 per year)
HR Partner Package – £449 per month (£5,388 per year)
HR Manager Package – £599 per month (£7,188 per year)
Even at our highest-tier package, businesses save over £50,000 per year compared to hiring in-house. Plus, with no recruitment, training, or additional employment costs, the savings extend even further.
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What’s Included in an HR Retainer?
Unlike hiring in-house, where expertise is limited to one person, an HR Retainer gives you access to a team of HR professionals with vast industry experience. Our packages include:
Expert HR Advice – Get unlimited guidance on employment law, compliance, and best practices.
Contracts & Policies – Ensure your employment contracts and handbooks are legally sound and up to date.
Employee Relations Support – Assistance with grievances, disciplinaries, and conflict resolution.
Redundancy & Restructuring Guidance – Professional support during organisational changes.
Training & Development – Access to HR training courses and compliance updates.
Flexible Support – Scale up or down as needed, without being tied to full-time salary costs.
Real Savings, Real Impact
A business that chooses Dekela’s HR Manager Retainer (£7,188 per year) instead of hiring a full-time HR Manager (£65,000 per year) will save over £57,000 annually. That’s money that could be reinvested in business growth, employee training, or improving workplace benefits.
Why Pay More for the Same (or Less) Support?
The biggest misconception about outsourced HR is that it lacks the hands-on involvement of an in-house professional. The reality? With Dekela, you get dedicated HR support tailored to your business, with the added advantage of specialist knowledge from an experienced team.
In contrast, a single HR Manager might not have expertise in every area of HR. Our retainers ensure that you have access to specialists in employment law, compliance, employee engagement, and more – all for a fraction of the cost.
The Smart Choice for Growing Businesses
If your business is growing but doesn’t yet require a full-time HR professional, an HR Retainer is the perfect solution. You get expert support when you need it, without the long-term financial commitment of hiring in-house.
✅ Lower Costs – Save tens of thousands per year.
✅ Greater Expertise – Access to a full HR team instead of just one person.
✅ Flexibility – Scale your support as your business evolves.
✅ Compliance & Risk Reduction – Stay legally compliant without worrying about changing laws.
Make the Switch Today
Why overspend on HR when you can have expert support at a fraction of the cost?
📞 Call us on 0330 043 3983 or ✉️ Email Hey@dekela.com or click this link https://dekela.com/free-hr-consultation/ for a Free 30-Minute Consultation to see how we can help you.
