Statutory Payments: SMP, SSP & SPP Services
Managing statutory payments such as Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP), Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), and Statutory Paternity Pay (SPP) can be a challenge for businesses, especially when it comes to ensuring compliance with UK employment laws and calculating the correct amounts. At Your Payroll Team, we offer comprehensive SMP, SSP & SPP services, designed to take the complexity out of statutory payments and ensure your employees receive the right entitlements.
Our expert team will handle all the necessary calculations, ensure timely submissions to HMRC, and keep you fully compliant with statutory requirements, allowing you to focus on your core business activities.


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Why You Need Statutory Payments Management Services
Statutory payments are a legal obligation, and failing to manage them properly can lead to penalties, fines, or legal disputes. Whether your employees are on maternity leave, sick leave, or paternity leave, you need to ensure they receive the correct payments.
Our SMP, SSP & SPP services help businesses of all sizes manage these statutory entitlements with ease, ensuring that your employees are paid accurately and on time, and your business remains compliant with UK legislation.
Benefits of Outsourcing Statutory Payments:
- Saves Time & Reduces Stress – We handle all aspects of statutory payments, including eligibility checks, calculations, and HMRC submissions, saving you time and reducing the administrative burden.
- Ensures Compliance – We ensure your business complies with the latest statutory payment laws, reducing the risk of costly fines and penalties.
- Accurate Payment Processing – Our automated system ensures that your employees receive the correct amount of pay, every time.
- Peace of Mind – With Your Payroll Team managing your statutory payments, you can rest assured that everything is being handled professionally and in line with the law.
Our Holiday Pay & Absence Management Services Include:
Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP)
SMP is paid to eligible employees who take maternity leave. We manage all aspects of SMP for your business, from confirming eligibility and calculating payments to handling HMRC submissions and ensuring compliance with the law.
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Eligibility checks – We ensure your employees meet the criteria for SMP.
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Payment calculations – We calculate SMP based on your employee’s average weekly earnings (AWE).
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Submission to HMRC – We process the necessary HMRC forms and submissions to ensure compliance.
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Record keeping – We maintain accurate records for your SMP payments for auditing purposes.
Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)
SSP is paid to employees who are off work due to illness, and it’s essential to get the payment calculations right. We handle the entire SSP process, including checking eligibility, calculating daily rates, and submitting the necessary information to HMRC.
- Eligibility verification – We confirm whether an employee qualifies for SSP.
- Daily rate calculations – We ensure SSP is paid at the correct rate according to your employee’s earnings.
- HMRC reporting – We manage the reporting requirements to HMRC, including the submission of the SSP1 form when necessary.
- Absence tracking – We track sick days and ensure that any long-term sickness is properly documented and processed.
Statutory Paternity Pay (SPP)
SPP is paid to employees taking paternity leave, and the rules surrounding eligibility and payment can sometimes be complicated. We help your business navigate these rules, calculate SPP, and ensure your employees are paid correctly.
- Eligibility assessment – We verify your employee’s eligibility for SPP based on their relationship with the child and employment status.
- Payment processing – We calculate SPP based on the employee’s earnings and ensure timely payments.
- HMRC submissions – We file the necessary documentation with HMRC to ensure compliance.
Why Choose Your Payroll Team for Statutory Payments?
- Expert Knowledge – We’re experts in UK statutory payment laws and stay up to date with any changes to regulations, so you can be confident that your payments are always compliant.
- Accurate Calculations – We ensure that all statutory payments are calculated accurately, avoiding errors that could lead to overpayments or underpayments.
- Timely Payments – We ensure that SMP, SSP, and SPP are paid to your employees on time, reducing any risk of delays that could affect your staff’s financial wellbeing.
- HMRC Compliance – Our team ensures that all necessary reports and forms are submitted to HMRC, keeping your business compliant and avoiding penalties.
- Seamless Integration with Payroll – Our statutory payment services integrate seamlessly with your payroll system, making it easy to include SMP, SSP, and SPP in your regular payroll process.
- Dedicated Support – Our UK-based team provides expert advice and support whenever you need it, ensuring your statutory payments are managed correctly and efficiently.
Get Started with SMP, SSP & SPP Services Today
Need help managing your statutory maternity, sick, or paternity payments? Let Your Payroll Team handle the complexities of SMP, SSP, and SPP, so you can focus on running your business. Contact us today for a free consultation and discover how our expert services can save you time, reduce errors, and ensure compliance with UK regulations.
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To explore how our flexible managed payroll services can benefit your business, we invite you to book a discovery call at a time convenient for you. Our team is ready to assist you in tailoring a payroll solution that meets your specific requirements.