How to introduce and manage a flexible benefits scheme

Author: Chris Wilson

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• Establish whether or not there is a business case for setting up a flexible benefits scheme.
• Take into account the costs involved, and employee expectations.
• Consider which benefits will be included in the flexible benefits scheme.
• Decide which benefits will be core and flexible and the level of flexibility that the scheme will allow.
• Decide how benefits will be funded and what each benefit is worth.
• Put together a project team to manage the implementation of the flexible benefits scheme.
• Communicate the details of the new scheme to employees, and update any associated employee handbooks and benefits guidance.
• Ensure that employees remain engaged in the scheme and regularly review the benefits options.