You’ve reached this article because you know your compensation strategy is directly linked to business success. Long gone are the times where a simple and fair pay packet was all you needed to keep your employees happy and, crucially, working for your company. To stay competitive you need to offer an equitable, transparent compensation package to attract and retain your top talent - your compensation strategy. In this article we’ll go through why it’s important, types of compensation you can offer, and how to create…
As an HR pro, you’ll know the value of having a five-star compensation, rewards, and benefits package for your employees. Not only will it boost employee experience by giving your workforce access to desirable perks to help them make considerable financial savings and support their health and wellbeing, but it will also attract and retain top talent. Enabling you to compete with the remuneration packages offered by larger businesses, providing a comprehensive benefits package will give your recruitment process a competitive edge and retain your…
Unfortunately, there are more people battling with alcohol issues than many of us realise, this can affect us personally and professionally. According to the CIPD over a quarter of people said their alcohol consumption has increased as a result of the COVID-19. As a manager, it's a difficult and problematic time when you suspect an employee could have an alcohol problem and you will most likely have a swarm of questions running through your mind. For example, when does the habit of drinking alcohol become…
You've been tasked with reviewing your organisation’s employee benefits package and benchmarking it externally to see how you compare against the market. If you're new to this process, it might seem a bit daunting. In this article, we share some ideas on how to gather external data for benefits benchmarking. What is benefits benchmarking? Benchmarking allows you to regularly review your benefits, ensuring they stay competitive, appealing to employees, and compliant with relevant laws and regulations. 1. Existing network A good place to start is by asking…
Unlocking the full potential of payroll data is more than just a backend function; it can revolutionise your business. As companies aim to enhance efficiency and employee satisfaction, the significance of payroll data has grown tremendously. This is particularly evident in the Payroll Statistics Report 2024 by the CIPP. We’ve reviewed the report and are eager to share our key findings and discuss how you can utilise this data to drive growth and support your workforce. Harnessing the power of payroll data The CIPP Payroll…
Calling on dark arts to resurrect pay document for your past employees? That tricky admin need haunt you no more, employee self-service is alive and kicking. Check out how we’re making past pay documents even more accessible, saving you bags of time on admin. When employees leave it’s all tears, cake, and a bob or two in a handwritten card. Then bam, emails deleted, gone with the wind, like it all never happened. In between the goodbye hugs and well wishes no one is…
The government has introduced the WorkWell pilot, a £64 million initiative designed to offer tailored work and health support across 15 areas in England. Announced by the DWP and DHSC, WorkWell is aimed at helping individuals with health conditions stay in or return to work by connecting them with local services such as physiotherapy, counselling, and employment advice, providing a support system to enhance both health and work life. The pilots will launch in regions including Greater Manchester, Cornwall, and areas of London, impacting around…
As the 4th of July General Election looms, organisations that employ people are bracing for significant upheaval. As it stands, Parliament is prorogued, and dissolved from 31 May. A legislative nightmare: what’s at stake for HR? The snap election means many Private Members' Bills previously adopted by the Government hang in the balance. With only half of these bills fully implemented, the future of several pieces of employment legislation remains unclear. Typically, when Parliament is dissolved, ongoing business dies with it. And any change in…
…is a slogan first used by LGBTQ+ activists back in the 1990s which continues to be used today. It’s an expression used to express frustration and disappointment in the way the people from the queer community continue to be discriminated against and poorly treated today. One of the main challenges when suffering from discrimination is the impact on the person's mental health. This includes the impact on the LGBTQIA+ community which we discuss here, but there are of course mental health consequences for those who have…
In January 2024, the government unveiled a series of measures aimed at streamlining and modernising the tax system, with a heavy emphasis on technology to boost productivity within the public sector. One stand-out? The mandate for payrolling benefits in kind, effective April 2026. This bold move aims to simplify tax procedures, cut administrative red tape, and propel businesses into the digital age of payroll processing. Let's dive into the details and unpack what this means for UK employers. When does the switch to mandatory payrolling…
