XpertHR research explores current activity in the UK labour market, including recruitment metrics and key challenges for employers in retaining employees.
At the halfway point in the year, XpertHR's headline pay award is still some way behind inflation but unchanged for the third consecutive rolling quarter. Could this indicate that pay awards have reached a plateau?
As well as helping employers to meet their statutory obligations, the provision of a workplace pension can be a valuable part of the reward strategy. Here we look at the different types of pension schemes offered by organisations, and the level of contribution for both employers and employees.
In the current tight labour market, a compelling benefits package can give an organisation the edge over competitors, helping to recruit and retain talent. XpertHR research looks at the most popular benefits and how they are delivered, benefits strategies and whether employees are involved in the choice of benefits offered.
A key staple of many benefits schemes, travel perks offered by employers can extend from company cars to cycle-to-work schemes, and from season ticket loans to overnight stay allowances.
Most employees will be offered a package of different benefits and allowances to augment their salary. We look at some of the less common offerings away from pensions, health and travel perks.