All Total reward articles – Page 28
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ArticlePrivate medical insurance becomes most important employee benefit
Private medical insurance (PMI) has become the most important perk that employees look for in their benefits package, according to new research by Zest.The employee benefits technology platform’s findings highlight growing challenges in the UK around access to healthcare, as more people explore private provision as opposed to solely relying ...
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ArticleExclusive: Cadent to discuss fertility and menopause at Employee Benefits Live 2023
Kelly-Anne Morris (pictured left), regulatory specialist and fertility lead, Lisa Yorke (pictured middle), reward and remuneration specialist (HR), and Dawn Del Busso (pictured right), team leader and menopause lead at Cadent will present a session about fertility and the menopause at Employee Benefits Live 2023.Titled Fertility and menopause matters, the ...
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ArticleEmerson names next chief people officer
Global technology, software and engineering firm Emerson has appointed Nick Piazza as its next chief people officer, succeeding Elizabeth Adefioye who has left to pursue other opportunities.In this role, Piazza will lead the firm’s human resources function, employee experience, talent management, total rewards, and diversity, equity and inclusion, as it ...
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ArticleThe top 10 most-read articles between 8 - 14 September 2023
The top 10 most-read articles on employeebenefits.co.uk between 8 - 14 September 2023 were: Robert Gordon University enhances benefits packageAldi Scotland recognised for employee wellbeing commitmentVeolia enhances benefits for Near and Middle East staffGet paid to watch Great British Bake Off and eat cakesAnnual pay growth for May to July ...
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ArticleUSA Today and The Tennessean search for Beyoncé and Taylor Swift reporters
Beyonce photo credit: A.RICARDO / Shutterstock.comSomething for the weekend: US publications USA Today and The Tennessean are seeking two reporters to capture the music, fashion, cultural and economic influences of Taylor Swift and Beyoncé and be compensated for it.?If you’re a member of the Beyhive or a self-confessed Swiftie, then ...
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ArticleThe Perfume Shop receives Top Employer certification
Fragrance retailer The Perfume Shop has received Top Employer certification due to its approach to strategy, people, policy and practice.Established by the Top Employers Institute, certification is offered based on excellence in people practices. After receiving submissions, the institute carries out verification and auditing processes before awarding certification.Earlier this year, ...
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Article77% of employers say competition for talent is key issue influencing benefits
Competition for talent was cited by three-quarters (77%) of employers as a key issue influencing their benefits strategy, according to research by global advisory, broking and solutions firm Willis Towers Watson (WTW).Its Benefits trends survey, which surveyed 339 UK organisations across a range of industries about their benefit strategies, also ...
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ArticlePepsiCo Europe names new senior vice president, CHRO Europe
PepsiCo Europe has appointed Dannii Portsmouth senior vice president, chief human resources officer (CHRO) Europe.Portsmouth will join PepsiCo’s Europe sector team and report to Silviu Popovici, the organisation's Europe chief executive officer. She will be responsible for the HR function in Europe, will oversee the talent agenda and build strategic ...
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ArticleAmazon invests in pay increases for US and Canada delivery service partners
Online retail giant Amazon has invested more than $440 million (£353 million) to help its US and Canada delivery service partners (DSPs) increase pay and benefits for drivers.While individual wages and benefits will vary depending on the delivery service provider and geography, US delivery associates will now be able to ...
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Supplier articleREWARD & RECOGNITION: BOOST MOTIVATION TO AVOID PROCRASTINATION
We all procrastinate from time to time – surely, it’s harmless? Not necessarily. Prolonged periods of procrastination can negatively impact your business. Read on to explore why your employees are procrastinating and how to increase their motivation and concentration.Unofficially, the 6th of September is ‘Fight Procrastination Day’. More commonly recognised ...
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ArticleVeolia enhances benefits for Near and Middle East staff
Water, waste and energy management firm Veolia has rolled out an enhanced package of employee benefits for staff in the Near and Middle East region.Known as Veolia Cares, the package is based on parental leave, health cover, death benefits, support for carers and volunteer’s day. It covers all employees, including ...
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ArticleTedaisy Insurance Group creates pet bereavement hub
Tedaisy Insurance Group has introduced a pet bereavement hub dedicated to supporting employees experiencing pet loss.The hub encompasses a variety of online resources designed to help individuals navigate the grieving process, including a dedicated pet bereavement telephone line whereby those wishing to discuss their loss will be placed into a ...
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ArticleTrades Union Congress reports government over Strikes Act
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has announced it is reporting the Conservative government to the International Labour Organisation (ILO) over the Strikes Act.In a press conference yesterday (10 September), Paul Nowak, general secretary of the TUC, Esther Lynch, general secretary of the European Trade Union Confederation, and two frontline workers, ...
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ArticleAldi Scotland recognised for employee wellbeing commitment
Aldi Scotland has been recognised for its commitment to its employees’ wellbeing and development at the Scotland Food and Drink Excellence Awards last week.The awards celebrate the best producers and suppliers in the food and drink sector across Scotland, who demonstrate strong leadership, and a focus on staff training and ...
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ArticleTAB recruits first people manager
Real estate finance and investment house TAB has recruited Lianne Mason as its inaugural people manager, its first specialist HR appointment.Mason’s responsibilities will include overseeing and taking charge of the recruitment and selection process, developing and monitoring overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the organisation, helping to nurture ...
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ArticleFirst Manchester and Greater Manchester Accessible Transport drivers accept pay rises
Bus drivers employed by First Manchester and Greater Manchester Accessible Transport have accepted improved pay deals, ending the threat of strike action.First Bus drivers in Oldham voted to accept a deal worth 18%, which includes a £1,100 payment in lieu of backpay from April, a 14.8% increase from September and ...
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ArticleRobert Gordon University enhances benefits package
Aberdeen-based Robert Gordon University has enhanced its benefits package to cater for changing employee needs post-pandemic.University employees will now be able to access benefits including 46 days' annual leave, a hybrid work policy, employer pension contributions with top-up options, an on-campus nursery with salary sacrifice arrangement, discounted travel to work ...
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ArticleThe top 10 most-read articles between 1 - 7 September 2023
The top 10 most-read articles on employeebenefits.co.uk between 1 - 7 September 2023 were: Lidl GB increases pay for 24,500 employeesTribunal rules refusing pay rise to former Direct Line staff was unfairUnum UK enhances flexible working rights ahead of new laws150,000 NHS doctors receive pay rise this monthAverage pension pot ...
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ArticleWavemaker hires first head of people and culture
Global media agency Wavemaker has appointed Dani Saadu to the newly created position of head of people and culture.Reporting to chief operating officer Katie Lee, Saadu will be responsible for building a best-in-class talent proposition for Wavemaker UK, working alongside Wavemaker Global and Group M UK. He will be working ...
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ArticleScottish police officers secure 7% pay rise
The Police Negotiating Board (PNB) and Scottish government have agreed that all police officers in Scotland will receive a 7% increase to pay and allowances, backdated to 1 April.The agreement was reached following dialogue and negotiation through the PNB, which is made up of representatives from the Scottish Police Authority, ...