All articles by Zoe Wickens – Page 5
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ArticleGender pay gap for FTSE 100 board members narrows over past year
The gender pay gap for board members of FTSE 100 organisations has narrowed over the past year, with the average pay for women (£335,953) 68% lower than the average pay for men (£1.1 million), according to new research by Fox and Partners.
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ArticleCummins and Cisco named on Financial Times Diversity Leaders list
Power solutions firm Cummins, software service Cisco and Nationwide Building Society have made the Financial Times Diversity Leaders list for 2024.
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People MovesCamunda names new chief people officer
Process orchestration firm Camunda has appointed Barbie Brewer as its new chief people officer.
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ArticleLidl GB accredited as age inclusive employer
Supermarket chain Lidl GB has become an age inclusive accredited employer due to its commitment to attract, grow and engage employees over the age of 50.
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ArticleOvo pilots menopause-focused returner programme
Energy supplier Ovo is piloting a menopause-focused returner programme pilot at its Glasgow office.
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ArticleJust 31% of employees engage with workplace health and wellbeing programmes
Despite 87% of employees taking responsibility for their own wellbeing, only 31% said they engage with workplace programmes, according to research by HCML.
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ArticleSleeping positions could influence success and earnings
Research has revealed that sleeping positions could influence success and earnings, with one position being particularly popular among high earners.
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ArticleThe top 10 most read articles between 8 – 14 November 2024
The top 10 most read articles between 8 – 14 November 2024 on employeebenefits.co.uk were:
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ArticleSupreme Court rules in favour of Nexus workers in pay dispute
The Supreme Court has ruled in favour of workers employed by transport firm Nexus on the Tyne and Wear Metro in a pay-related case.
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ArticleGovernment to create pension megafunds
The government will create pension megafunds as part of pension reforms aimed at unlocking an £80 billion investment in new businesses, infrastructure and local projects.
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ArticleWalkers Shortbread completes £34 million pensions buy-in
Food manufacturer Walkers Shortbread has completed a £34 million pensions buy-in.
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People MovesHerbert Smith Freehills appoints global chief people officer
Source: From Herbert Smith Freehills International law firm Herbert Smith Freehills has appointed Jo McConnell global chief people officer in order to drive its people and culture strategy. McConnell will start in the role on 1 January and succeed chief people officer Helen Anthony, following her retirement ...
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AnalysisHow to boost engagement with men’s health support
Benefits to support men’s health include health screening, flexible working and counselling through an employee assistance programme.
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Case StudiesPeople&Co encourages dialogue and supportive culture for male employees
People&Co works to promote open dialogue among male employees and build an inclusive, supportive culture across the organisation to support the health of all of its workers.
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Case StudiesNice-Pak boosts engagement with men’s health through competition and conversation
Wet wipe manufacturer Nice-Pak engages employees with men’s health support through the use of competition and financial reward.
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Article56% of women on track to receive retirement income from pension
Just 56% of women are on track to receive retirement income from a pension, compared to 68% of men, according to research by Scottish Widows.
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ArticleCo-op to extend opt-out savings scheme to boost financial wellbeing
Retailer Co-op is planning to extend access to its opt-out savings scheme for its frontline employees who may face financial uncertainty.
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ArticleAsda launches neonatal care leave
Retailer Asda has launched a neonatal care leave policy in order to provide its employees with leave and pay if their baby needs neonatal care after birth. The policy will enable a parent of a baby admitted into neonatal care, within 28 days of being born, to ...
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ArticleExclusive: Lendlease launches financial wellbeing support for employees
Source: From Lendlease Integrated real estate business Lendlease has launched financial wellbeing support for its 900 employees to help with their financial education. The platform, which is provided by Bippit, offers the employer’s staff access to professional coaches with Financial Conduct Authority-recognised qualifications, which are unlimited, and ...
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ArticleUniversity of Manchester becomes endometriosis-friendly employer
Source: Shutterstock / 2374645977 Credit: Alastair Wallace University of Manchester, health board NHS Western Isles and health, community and youth services provider Metro Charity have become endometriosis-friendly employers. Run by charity Endometriosis UK, the scheme offers employers that want to tackle taboos around menstrual health and endometriosis ...