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Full-Time General Assistant in the UK

1. Base Salary:

   • Average annual salary: £18,000 to £25,000

2. Additional Costs:

   • Pension Contributions: Typically around 3% of salary from the employer.
   • Holiday Pay: 28 days of paid leave is standard, which is about 11% of the annual salary.
   • Other Benefits: May include bonuses, health insurance, etc.

3. National Insurance Contributions: Approximately 13.8% of earnings above £9,100.

Estimated Total Cost:

• Lower end: £18,000 + National Insurance + Pension + Holiday Pay = Approximately £22,000 to £25,000 per year.
• Higher end: £25,000 + National Insurance + Pension + Holiday Pay = Approximately £30,000 to £35,000 per year.

VA Help Ltd Virtual Assistant

1. Hourly Rate: £5.40 per hour
2. No Additional Costs: No taxes, holiday pay, or pension contributions.

Estimated Total Cost:

• Assuming a full-time equivalent of 40 hours per week:
  • Weekly cost: £5.40 x 40 hours = £216
  • Annual cost: £216 x 52 weeks = £11,232

Comparison

• Full-Time General Assistant in the UK: £22,000 to £35,000 per year
• VA Help Ltd Virtual Assistant: £11,232 per year

By using VA Help Ltd’s services, you could potentially save between £10,768 to £23,768 annually compared to hiring a full-time general assistant in the UK. This makes virtual assistants a cost-effective alternative, especially for businesses looking to manage expenses efficiently.