Start a new job checklist (NI number, tax, and what to bring)

A practical day-one checklist based on common employer onboarding steps.

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Starting a new job can feel like a paperwork rush. This checklist focuses on the items that usually affect payroll and NI records.

Bring or prepare

• National Insurance number (if you have it)
• Bank details for salary payments
• P45 from your previous employer (if you have it)
• If no P45: be ready for the starter checklist
• Right to work evidence (where applicable)

Official references

• Start a new job: step by step
• P45/P60 guide
• Starter checklist

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