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Handling employee documents and letters can be daunting if you’re starting from scratch. You could spend an afternoon researching legislation, policies, and best practice to draft a compliant document — and even then, mistakes can slip through.
Using free templates online might save some time, but it carries risks: outdated information, missing context, or errors that could create compliance or reputational issues.
Our ready-to-use templates (typically priced at £14 each) are designed to save time, reduce risk, and ensure compliance — letting you focus on managing your team rather than worrying about whether the document is legally sound.
Comparison of Time, Cost, and Risk
The table below compares what it would take for someone new to HR to create a Flexible Working Request Rejection Letter, versus using a free template, purchasing a professional template from HR Docbox, or relying on AI-assisted drafting. All calculations assume an hourly rate of £25.
| Task | Manual Creation from Scratch | Free Online Template | AI-Assisted Drafting | hrdocbox.co.uk purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Searching for a suitable template | - | 45 min | 5 min | - |
| Verification of template quality | - | 30 min | 15 min (may contain outdated or incorrect guidance) | - |
| Researching legislation, best practice & implementation guidance | 60 min | 60 min | 30 min (requires careful review for compliance) | - |
| Drafting document | 30 min | - | 20 min (AI may miss context or nuances) | - |
| Editing to suit your circumstances | 30 min | 45 min | 30 min (significant manual check required) | 15 min |
| Reviewing and finalising | 45 min | 30 min | 20 min (AI cannot verify compliance) | 10 min |
| Formatting | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 10 min |
| TOTAL TIME | ~3 h 45 m | ~3 h 15 m | ~1 h 40 m | ~0 h 35 m |
| TOTAL COST | £96 | £81 | £50 | £31 |
| Telephone support | No | No | No | Included |
| Free updates with push notifications | No | No | No | Included |
For HR professionals, particularly those new to the role, investing in professional templates is a simple way to save time, reduce errors, and maintain compliance. AI-assisted drafting can be a helpful supplement but always requires careful review and contextual adjustments. Free templates or starting from scratch might seem cost-effective, but the hidden time and risk costs can be substantial.
