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Survey finds mismatch between employer priorities and employee needs

Despite UK employees favouring financial support, 57% of employers have focused on providing health benefits and mental health support, revealing a potential mismatch in priorities. 

Less than 1/3 of employees have a good understanding of full benefits provided

With changing employee needs and evolving support options, it is vital that all employees are made aware of, and kept up to date with, the full range of benefits on offer.

Matthew Gregson: Key influences and trends shaping future employee benefits design

According to the latest benefits design research, employee wellbeing is now a priority for employers, and the significance of benefits programmes is continuing to rise.

Employers increasing employee benefits to outperform competitors

New data has revealed that employers in the UK are increasing investment in employee benefits packages as they attempt to gain a competitive edge in the race for talent.

Companies benefit from employee feedback and support!

Practical strategies for employee mental wellbeing can offer a competitive advantage. Several well-known companies prioritise their employees' mental health, recognising its positive financial impact.

Employers seeking intermediary advice for employee benefits gain multiple advantages

Only 1/4 of employers are aware of all available employee benefits. Lack of market knowledge could hinder their access to valuable services for staff and organisational support.

Rising costs affecting more than half of UK business strategies for employee benefits

57% of UK businesses say that rising costs are influencing their strategy for employee benefits. Yet, as companies continue to grapple with attracting key talent, investment in benefits remains a major priority.

Matt Russell: Wellbeing measures to compete for talent in record-paced job market

Advice for leaders on how to ensure a business stands out from the crowd in a hugely competitive market without injecting huge financial resource in simply raising salaries.

Research shows full spectrum of increased health and wellbeing support needs

Research into how hybrid working has changed the emphasis of health and wellbeing support shows there is a full spectrum of increased needs among employees.

Employers can provide better support by NOT matching benefits on a global basis

Having seen many employers taking this approach, a specialist adviser in health and wellbeing support advises that offering the same benefits across different countries is not always the best option.
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