Business protection

Relevant Life Insurance

A tax-efficient life insurance policy arranged by a business for the benefit of an employee or director, typically paid for by the company rather than the individual.

Key benefits

Why people choose Relevant Life Insurance

  • Tax-efficient life cover through a business
  • Premiums are usually paid by the company
  • Suitable for directors, owners, and key employees
  • Protects employees' families

What's typically included

What Relevant Life Insurance covers

  • A lump sum death-in-service benefit, usually paid into trust for the employee's family
  • Available to directors and employees, including single-director companies
  • Premiums are typically treated as an allowable business expense, subject to normal tax rules
  • An alternative to including staff in a group life scheme, particularly useful for smaller businesses

Important to know

What's not usually covered

Every policy is different, so exact exclusions depend on the insurer and your individual circumstances. Common exclusions to be aware of include:

  • Cover ends automatically if the person leaves the company or the business closes
  • Not usually suitable for providing cover beyond death in service, such as critical illness
  • Death by suicide within the first 12 months of the policy is typically excluded
  • Tax treatment depends on individual and company circumstances, and can change; professional advice is recommended

Common questions

Relevant Life Insurance FAQs

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Who can take out Relevant Life Insurance?

It is typically available to employees and directors of limited companies, including owner-managed businesses with just one or two staff.

Is Relevant Life Insurance tax-efficient?

Premiums are usually paid by the company and treated as an allowable business expense, and the policy is normally written in trust so the payout is outside the employee's estate for inheritance tax purposes. Individual tax treatment can vary, so professional advice is recommended.

What happens to the policy if I leave the company?

Relevant Life cover is tied to your employment, so it would usually end if you leave the business, unless alternative arrangements are made.

How is this different from a group life scheme?

Group life schemes usually require a minimum number of employees, while Relevant Life Insurance can be arranged for a single director or a small number of staff, making it a useful alternative for smaller businesses.

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