{"id":39452,"date":"2025-04-23T16:56:09","date_gmt":"2025-04-23T15:56:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/?p=39452"},"modified":"2026-01-26T13:38:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T13:38:44","slug":"can-i-start-a-limited-company-while-im-employed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/limited-companies\/can-i-start-a-limited-company-while-im-employed\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I start a limited company while I\u2019m employed?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Starting a limited company <\/strong>doesn\u2019t mean quitting your day job. Whether you\u2019re freelancing in the evenings or building a business on the weekend, it\u2019s possible to do both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But before you go full steam ahead, there are a few legal, financial and practical things worth checking off first. To help you stay on the right side of the rules (and your employer), we\u2019ll break down what to look out for and how we can help. \ud83d\ude4c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is it legal to start a limited company whilst employed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes! There\u2019s no law stopping you from <strong>starting a limited company<\/strong> while also working a 9 &#8211; 5. In the eyes of HMRC, you\u2019re allowed to earn income from<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/hmrc-internal-manuals\/national-minimum-wage-manual\/nmwm07160\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> more than one source<\/a> and you can be both an employee and a company director at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, just because it\u2019s legal doesn\u2019t mean your employer will automatically be OK with it. Some contracts include rules around second jobs, so it\u2019s important to read the fine print. \ud83d\udcc4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I be employed and run a business at the same time?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can even be the director of a limited company and also work a second job. Just make sure:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your business doesn\u2019t compete with your employer\u2019s. \ud83e\udd4a<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019re not using your employer\u2019s time or resources. \u23f1\ufe0f<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019re open with your employer (if your contract requires it). \ud83d\udde3\ufe0f<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should I check in my employment contract?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/limited-companies\/how-do-i-set-up-a-limited-company\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">register a new company with Companies House<\/a>, double-check your contract for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Non-compete clauses<\/strong>: these can stop you from working in the same industry or targeting the same clients.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exclusivity clauses<\/strong>: sometimes used in full-time contracts to prevent second jobs altogether.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Disclosure or approval requirements<\/strong>: you might need to get permission before starting any other paid work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Heads up: certain industries (especially finance, law or the public sector) tend to have stricter rules. So, if you\u2019re in one of those, checking your contract isn\u2019t just a formality. It\u2019s a must. \u2705<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/mediacenter_desk-1440x810.jpg\" width=\"1440\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/mediacenter_desk-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/mediacenter_desk-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/mediacenter_desk-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/mediacenter_desk-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/mediacenter_desk-1440x810.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/mediacenter_desk.jpg 1920w\" class=\"wp-block-image__media\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1000px) 768px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" alt=\"\"><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should I start a limited company or register as a sole trader?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&#8217;re starting out, one of the first decisions you&#8217;ll need to make is how to set up your business legally. The two most common options? Registering as a sole trader or <strong>starting a limited company.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re just testing the waters, <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/self-employed-tax-returns\/bookkeeping\/how-do-i-register-as-a-sole-trader\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">registering as a sole trader<\/a> might be the easier option. But there are good reasons why you might prefer starting a limited company instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When a limited company might be better:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You\u2019re expecting to earn more than \u00a330k-\u00a340k. \ud83d\udcc8<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You want limited liability (your personal assets are protected).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You want your business to look more established or professional. \ud83d\udc54<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When sole trader status might be better:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You\u2019re earning less than \u00a330k or it\u2019s just a side gig for now.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You want simple admin and fewer ongoing responsibilities. \ud83e\uddfe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019re just trying something out and not sure how long you\u2019ll stick with it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re unsure which path is best, it\u2019s worth <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/guides\/sole-trader-vs-limited-company\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">considering the differences<\/a> carefully to decide what fits your situation. \u2696\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tax implications of starting a limited company while employed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s where it gets a little more interesting. When you\u2019re employed, your employer deducts <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/glossary\/income-tax\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Income Tax<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/glossary\/national-insurance\/\">National Insurance<\/a> automatically through PAYE, meaning you don\u2019t have to worry about the details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But when you <strong>start a limited company<\/strong>, you\u2019re stepping into director territory. This means your company is legally separate from you and becomes its own tax-paying entity. \ud83d\udcb8&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How company tax works<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your limited company is legally separate from you. It pays Corporation Tax on its profits:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div> <!-- .c-body -->\n\n<div class=\"b-highlight-mini m-neutral m-align-left\">\n    <div class=\"b-block-body\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Corporation tax<\/strong> <strong>rates<\/strong> in the 2025\/26 tax year.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Business income (profit)<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Tax rate<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to \u00a350,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a350,000 &#8211; \u00a3250,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19-25%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a3250,000+<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div> <!-- .b-highlight-mini -->\n\n<div class=\"c-body\">\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>You can <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/limited-companies\/allowable-expenses-limited-companies-can-claim\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">deduct a wide range of business costs<\/a>, helping to reduce your taxable profits and, ultimately, the amount of Corporation Tax you pay. Here are some examples of what you can claim:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Equipment and supplies<\/strong>: this includes anything you need to run your business, from laptops to office furniture. \ud83d\udda8\ufe0f<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Software subscriptions<\/strong>: any tools or software you use for your business, such as accounting software or design programs are deductible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Office space<\/strong>: if you work from home, you can claim a portion of your household expenses, such as rent, utilities and the internet. \ud83c\udfe0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Travel and vehicle costs<\/strong>: if you use your car for business purposes, you can deduct travel costs like fuel, insurance and maintenance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Good bookkeeping is key! The better your records, the easier it is to track expenses and reduce your Corporation Tax bill.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How personal tax works<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The moment you take money out of your company, you may need to pay personal tax on it. There are a couple of common ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salary<\/strong> &#8211; this is taxed through PAYE like any normal job.&nbsp; \ud83d\udcbc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dividends<\/strong> &#8211; you\u2019ll pay Dividend Tax if you go over your allowance.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind, if you earn income through both salary and dividends, you\u2019ll need to report everything via a <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/limited-companies\/filing-a-director-self-assessment-tax-return\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Self Assessment tax return<\/a> to ensure you\u2019re paying the right amount of tax.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div> <!-- .c-body -->\n\n<div class=\"b-cta-mini m-purple m-align-left\">\n    \n    <div class=\"b-cta-mini__content\">\n\n        \n        <h2 class=\"b-cta-mini__title\">Need help with your Self Assessment?\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n        \n        \n        <div class=\"b-cta-mini__body\">\n            <div class=\"b-block-body\"><p>Our tax return service helps you stay on top of filing and makes sure you\u2019re paying what you should. Let our accredited accountants take care of it for you!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        \n        \n        <div class=\"b-cta-mini__action\">\n\n            <a data-js=\"openAuth\" data-location=\"content\" data-view=\"signup\" href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/assessment\/signup\" class=\"gtm-get-started-button c-button m-large  m-mobile-fullwidth\" onClick=\"javascript:setVariant('VARIANT_NAME');\">Get started <\/a>\n\n\n        <\/div>\n\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div> <!-- .b-cta-mini -->\n\n<div class=\"c-body\">\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do you pay more tax if you have two jobs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not automatically, but your total income might push you into a higher tax band. If your total earnings go over the threshold for higher-rate tax, you\u2019ll pay more on that portion.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div> <!-- .c-body -->\n\n<div class=\"b-highlight-mini m-neutral m-align-left\">\n    <div class=\"b-block-body\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>income tax<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> rates in the 2025\/26 tax year \ud83d\udc47<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Income<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Tax rate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Tax band<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to \u00a312,570<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0%<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal allowance<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a312,571 to \u00a350,270<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20%<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic rate<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a350,271 to \u00a3125,140<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">40%<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Higher rate<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">over \u00a3125,141<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">45%<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional rate<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div> <!-- .b-highlight-mini -->\n\n<div class=\"c-body\">\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is it the right move for you?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Starting a limited company <\/strong>while employed lets you build something new without sacrificing the security of your day job. You\u2019ll need to register with Companies House, choose a name and appoint a director, plus other legal steps. It does come with extra admin, responsibility and the risk of higher tax bills if you&#8217;re not organised. But if you\u2019re in it for the long haul, the benefits can outweigh the hassle.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div> <!-- .c-body -->\n\n<div class=\"b-cta-mini m-purple m-align-left\">\n    \n    <div class=\"b-cta-mini__content\">\n\n        \n        <h2 class=\"b-cta-mini__title\">Need a hand getting started?<\/h2>\n\n        \n        \n        <div class=\"b-cta-mini__body\">\n            <div class=\"b-block-body\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"291\">With our subscription service you get unlimited support year-round, so you\u2019re never stuck, second-guessing or stressing. 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