All Employee engagement articles – Page 2
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AnalysisHow can employers align practices with employees’ expectations around work-life balance?
Offering work-life balance improves attraction and retention rates, and makes employees happier, more productive and less likely to take time off sick.
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Case StudiesWaggel’s benefits policy helps staff to balance work and life priorities
The pet insurer is aiming to disrupt the working week with benefits that promote work-life balance and support flexible working.
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ArticleBrowne Jacobson, Severn Trent and Linklaters among top social mobility employers 2025
Browne Jacobson, Linklaters and Severn Trent have been named as some of the employers in the 2025 Social Mobility Employer Index for championing social mobility in the workplace.
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ArticleAdmiral Group, DHL Express and Hilton among Europe’s Best Workplaces in 2025
Admiral Group, DHL Express and Hilton have been named as some of Europe’s Best Workplaces in 2025.
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ArticleFood delivery sales manager unfairly dismissed for working remotely in Egypt receives £61,000
An employment tribunal has awarded a food delivery sales manager who was fired for working remotely in Egypt £61,000 for unfair dismissal.
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Article44% prepared to reject roles that do not offer flexible hours
More than two-fifths (44%) of employees are prepared to reject roles that do not offer flexible hours, up from 39% in 2024, according to research by meeting technology firm Owl Labs.
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AnalysisGary Brewer: What is your favourite sustainable benefit?
Volunteer involvement is woven into the fabric of Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland.
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Article74% of UK hybrid workers have good work-life balance and are happy
Three-quarters (74%) of UK hybrid workers, working a mix of at home and on site, said they have a good work-life balance and are happy, according to research by health benefits provider Health Shield Friendly Society.
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ArticleInstitute of Directors and L&Q among UK’s best charity and not-for-profit workplaces
Institute of Directors, Gentoo and L&Q have been named as some one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Charity and Not-For-Profit 2025.
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Article40% would leave workforce entirely if required to commute long distances daily
Two-fifths (40%) of part-time workers said they would leave the workforce entirely if they were required to commute long distances daily, according to research by International Workplace Group.
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ArticleJust 14% of UK staff say quirky office features contribute to workplace satisfaction
Mitie’s Productivity reset report highlighted that the majority of respondents prefer purpose-built workspaces that support their performance.
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ArticleThompsons Solicitors and Flight Centre Travel Group among Best Workplaces in consulting and professional services
The Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management, Thompsons Solicitors and Flight Centre Travel Group have been named as some of the UK’s Best Workplaces in consulting and professional services.
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OpinionConfessions of a benefits manager: Candid has to engage with social media
Candid’s marketing team have put out a rulebook on what an employee’s LinkedIn should look like.
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ArticleMicom Technologies receives Great Place To Work certification for 2025
Micom Technologies has received Great Place To Work certification for 2025 due to its ongoing investment in building a culture of trust, listening and meaningful action.
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AnalysisWhich benefits do employees move jobs for?
Pay remains important to employees but, with some happy to leave for better benefits and the same pay, a strong benefits proposition is essential.
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Case StudiesOneFamily enhances benefits to support its employee value proposition
The employer has updated its policies to better demonstrate its values.
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OpinionSamantha Dickinson: Flexible working in 2025: trends, research and real-world outcomes
Research reveals a mismatch between employee expectations and employer policies with 3% of UK workers, around 1.1 million people, having left roles due to inflexible working arrangements.
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ArticleCoventry Building Society and Admiral among UK’s Best Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance
Coventry Building Society, Admiral and Blackstone have been named as some of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance.
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ArticleResearch reveals coastal living improves work-life balance
If you’ve ever fancied a change of scenery to the Great British seaside when working during the summer months, or indeed on a permanent basis, it turns out you’re not the only one!
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Case StudiesPodcast: Housing 21 tailors benefits to create a culture of community
A tailored approach is key to an effective reward strategy at retirement living provider Housing 21