All articles by Zoe Wickens – Page 6
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ArticleAdobe, Google and Nvidia among employers with best staff compensation packages in 2025
Software and technology firms Adobe, Google and Nvidia have been named as some of the employers with the best compensation packages for employees in 2025.
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ArticleEngagement rises by 21% when recognition awards have monetary value
When recognition awards have monetary value, belonging rises by 28% and engagement by 21%, according to research by employee recognition provider Workhuman.
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ArticleMedian pay award in private sector increases to 3.4%
The median pay award in the private sector has increased from 3% to 3.4%, according to figures from Incomes Data Research (IDR).
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ArticleDurham and Darlington NHS Trust doctor receives £85,000 after unfair dismissal
An employment tribunal has ruled that a doctor at Durham and Darlington NHS Trust was unfairly dismissed and has awarded him more than £85,000.
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People MovesNokia appoints new chief people officer
Nokia has appointed Kristen Pressner as chief people officer and a member of the group leadership team, effective 1 May 2026.
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Article37% of British workers perceive economic concerns as biggest threat to their jobs
A third (37%) of British workers said they perceive economic concerns as the biggest threat to their jobs, according to new research from Axa Health.
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ArticleTotum transitions to employee ownership trust
Recruitment consultancy firm Totum has transitioned to an employee ownership trust (EOT) in order to empower its people and secure its long-term vision.
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ArticleTesco Ireland to invest €18 million in staff pay and benefits
Tesco Ireland will invest more than €18 million (£15.7 million) in pay and benefits for its employees in 2026.
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ArticleIntact Insurance named a Best Employer UK for 2025
Commercial and specialty insurance firm Intact Insurance has been named a Best Employer UK for 2025.
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ArticleNorthern Foods completes transaction to secure pension scheme members’ benefits
Northern Foods has completed a transaction to secure the pension benefits of 13,000 scheme members.
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ArticleViral Instagram post details demanding work culture in India
A software engineer’s viral social media post has highlighted the stark differences in workplace culture between India and Germany.
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ArticleMaintaining work-life balance is significant cause of stress
Ensuring a good work-life balance is the most significant cause of stress among employees, according to research by productivity and performance coaching firm Avilio.
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Article43% of employees receive financial gift during festive period
Two-fifths (43%) of employees said they receive a financial gift during the festive period, according to research by Prezzee.
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People MovesZedra names chief people officer
Global professional services provider Zedra has appointed Aoife Habben chief people officer.
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ArticleFirst Cymru bus drivers in South Wales accept improved pay offer
First Cymru bus drivers across South Wales have accepted an improved pay offer, ending all further planned industrial action.
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ArticleYorkshire Housing enhances family-friendly policy
Social landlord Yorkshire Housing has enhanced its family-friendly policy in order to provide greater support for its employees.
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ArticleWickes to pay out £14.1 million of shares from sharesave scheme
Home improvement retailer Wickes has announced that it will pay out £14.1 million of shares from its save as you earn, or sharesave, scheme.
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ArticlePinterest reports 4.9% mean gender pay gap for Irish workforce
Social media platform Pinterest has reported a 4.9% mean gender pay gap for its Irish workforce, down from 15.2% in 2024.
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ArticleArthur J Gallagher and Co acquires First Actuarial
Arthur J Gallagher and Co, a global insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services firm, has acquired First Actuarial.
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Article43% of employers introduced salary sacrifice schemes in response to 2024 Budget
Among employers which changed their benefits package in response to the Autumn 2024 budget, 43% have introduced salary sacrifice schemes, according to research by Broadstone.