Salaried employee
A salaried employee, also known as an exempt employee, is a type of worker who receives a fixed salary for their work, rather than being paid on an hourly or daily basis. In the UK, this typically means that they are not entitled to overtime pay and are usually expected to work a standard number of hours per week.
A salaried employee’s remuneration is usually calculated as a weekly or monthly salary, which may be subject to income tax and National Insurance Contributions (NICs). They often have more job security than hourly-paid employees, as their employment contracts typically specify a fixed term or an open-ended contract.
Salaried employees are also often entitled to benefits such as paid annual leave, sick pay, and pension provision. In terms of employment law, salaried employees are usually considered to be ‘workers’ rather than ‘employees’, which means that they have fewer rights under the Employment Rights Act 1996 compared to employees who are employed on a contract of service.
In the context of rotas, salaried employees may not be required to work specific hours or shifts, although their employers may still expect them to be available for work during core hours. Their salaries are often used as a benchmark for calculating pay for other staff members, and they may be expected to take on additional responsibilities or act in a leadership capacity.
It’s worth noting that the distinction between salaried employees and hourly-paid employees can sometimes be blurred, particularly in industries such as retail or hospitality where staff may work variable hours. However, in general, salaried employees are considered to be a distinct category of worker with their own set of rights and responsibilities under employment law.
AceRota’s automated rotas and absence management features can assist with ensuring salaried employees are scheduled fairly and within company policies, helping to avoid disputes over overtime pay or time off in lieu.
