All Employee Benefits articles in Web Issue – Page 1128
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Case StudiesThe benefits offered by ZPG
The employee benefits offered by ZPG:Pension group and risk Group personal pension scheme. Matching contributions up to 7.5%. Life assurance. Critical illness insurance.Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance provided by AXA PPP. Health cash plan. Eyecare vouchers. Dental care vouchers. Employee assistance programme (EAP). Office gym for office-based staff, including ...
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Case StudiesZPG takes a holistic and inclusive approach to its benefits strategy
ZPG brings a holistic and inclusive element to its employee benefits strategy, and strongly believes that one size does not fit all.When it overhauled its strategy in 2017, ZPG felt that it needed to make some changes. The property information provider decided that taking a holistic viewpoint, while focusing on ...
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Planning for a secure future
By Jonathan Watts-Lay, Director, WEALTH at workWEALTH at work’s latest survey results reveal that the majority (80%) of employers believe their employees are not saving enough for retirement.This coincides with research by the Financial Conduct Authority which indicates that planning for retirement is often a low priority.It revealed that relatively ...
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Supplier articleYour guide to creating a world-class Employee Value Proposition
By Robert HicksHi,Ah, the “EVP.” Better known as the Employee Value Proposition, it encompasses all the parts of the employee experience that make your organisation unique. Your EVP helps you stand out from the competition and defines what makes your organisation a desirable place to work. A constantly evolving EVP ...
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ArticleEmployee Benefits Live takes over ExCeL London for 2018’s 20th anniversary event
Employee Benefits Live, the largest dedicated reward and benefits event in Europe, has moved to a new venue for its 20th anniversary year.Previously held at Olympia National, London, 2018’s Employee Benefits Live will now take place at East London’s ExCeL on Tuesday 2 October and Wednesday 3 October 2018.The two-day ...
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ArticleEXCLUSIVE: Capgemini UK to launch online financial education programme
EXCLUSIVE: Consulting and technology organisation Capgemini UK is going to launch an online financial education programme for its 9,000 employees based across 14 operating sites in the UK.The programme, provided by Nudge, will launch on Wednesday 27 June 2018, and aims to enhance the organisation’s overall wellbeing strategy. Capgemini UK ...
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ArticleEmployment Tribunal rules in favour of Hermes couriers in employment status case
The Employment Tribunal (ET) has ruled that couriers working for delivery organisation Hermes are workers rather than independent contractors, which entitles them to employment rights such as the national minimum wage and holiday pay.The case, which was heard by the Leeds Employment Tribunal in April and May 2018, was brought ...
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Supplier articleLong Service Awards: what’s the best approach for my business?
By Jamie KingOne of the most frequent questions we are asked by our clients and potential clients is about how to best implement and reward staff for long service. This is not quite as simple as the question may seem and there are a number of considerations. For example, is ...
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OpinionChloe Chambraud: Employers need to include women and men in workplace gender equality
In June 2018, the government responded to a Women and Equalities Committee report on fathers in the workplace, rejecting many of their recommendations on paternity leave and pay, shared parental leave and flexible working.This response is disappointing, given the situation facing many working fathers in the UK today. Working Families ...
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ArticleGovernment launches consultation to increase The Pensions Regulator’s powers
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has launched a consultation into how best to improve The Pensions Regulator’s (TPR) powers and increase protections for defined benefit (DB) pensions scheme members.The consultation, which closes on 21 August 2018, follows the publication of the government’s white paper, Protecting defined benefit pension ...
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ArticleUltimate Software, Salesforce and Workday named USA’s Best workplaces for millennials 2018
US-based information technology organisations Ultimate Software, Salesforce and Workday are among the employers that have been recognised in the Best workplaces for millennials 2018 list, compiled by Great Place to Work USA.The list results from 398,000 survey respondents working at Great Place to Work-certified organisations in the US. This included ...
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ArticleAmbition holds annual wellbeing week for UK staff
Global recruitment organisation Ambition held its annual wellbeing week this month, to promote wellness in the workplace for its 35 UK-based employees.The wellbeing week, which ran between Monday 18 June and Friday 22 June 2018, was designed to incorporate various wellness elements, such as fitness, mental health, eating well and ...
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5 tips to stay hydrated this summer
Summer is finally here! The sun is at long last out, the swimming pools have been filled, all of the bottles of Pimm’s have suddenly emerged and people are having picnics everywhere. Having fun in the sun doesn’t need to stop, people just need to pay close attention to their ...
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OpinionCharles Cotton: How can employees' personal finances impact on employers?
The Financial wellbeing: the employee view report, published by the Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development (CIPD) in January 2017, found that one in four UK employees believe that money worries have affected their performance at work.This proportion is even higher in certain regions, such as London, and within different ...
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Case StudiesCarlsberg tackles financial taboos in wellbeing month
Brewery giant Carlsberg promoted financial wellbeing support benefits during its recent wellbeing month, which aimed to combat financial, physical and mental health-related taboos.During May 2018, employees took part in on-site mortgage sessions and hourly one-to-one slots to provide independent mortgage advice. Provided by Radcliffe and Newlands, Carlsberg employees are able ...
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AnalysisWhat role can employers have in breaking financial taboos?
Need to know:Employees experiencing financial difficulties may not wish to discuss them at work in case they are perceived negatively by their employer or peers.Benefits such as money coaching or a wealth management portal can help employees learn more about their financial habits, which can ease potential financial issues.Case studies ...
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Supplier article5 Stories to Inspire Employee Benefits Success
By Ren Patel, client success directorHi,Ren Patel here - Client Success Director at Reward Gateway. I lead our UK Client Success team, who love working with our clients and want to be a part of introducing an engagement solution, to help better attract, engage and retain their employees. One of ...
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ArticleHilton Saudi Arabia offers employer-funded support for female drivers
Hospitality organisation Hilton Saudi Arabia is offering employer-funded financial support for its 250 female employees, in recognition of the country lifting the ban that previously prevented women from driving.Hilton Saudi Arabia is now providing female employees with paid time off to attend driving lessons, as well as reimbursing female staff ...
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ArticleEXCLUSIVE: 34% state cost prevents employers from offering pre-retirement financial guidance
EXCLUSIVE: More than a third (34%) of employer respondents do not offer pre-retirement financial guidance because of the cost, according to research by independent financial and corporate advisers Chase de Vere and independent research organisation Lightbulb.Their survey of 300 senior HR decision makers also found that 42% of respondents believe ...
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ArticleFCA launches consultation on measures to protect consumers' pension pots
Some drawdown customers could receive an estimated 37% more retirement income per year by investing in a mix of assets rather than cash, according to the final report of the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) Retirement Outcomes Review.The report, published on 28 June 2018, is accompanied by the launch of a ...