Thanks to our expert panel at our May HR Focus:
Emily Arnold, BPE Solicitors – emily.arnold@bpe.co.uk
Connor Harries, Switch Health – Connor@switchhealth.co.uk
View Emily’s Slides: HR Focus – 29 May 2024
Emily talked about:
- What can employers be doing to assist employees at work?
- When does a mental health condition become a disability?
- Legal duties and obligations
- Managing long-term mental health related sickness absence
- Potential changes to rules around fit notes
View Connor’s slides: HR Focus Presentation Switch – 29.05.24
Connor Talked about:
- 57% increase in sick leave since 2019, rising year on year.
- Most common short-term illnesses relate to general health.
- Most common long-term illnesses relate to stress, mental ill-health, musculoskeletal injuries and acute medical conditions.
Why Employee Benefits:
- Attracting and retaining top talent – 64% of prospects consider roles that include employee benefits.
- Improved employee engagement.
- Enhancing employee loyalty – 78% of employees are more likely to stay if they are part of a benefits programme.
- Job satisfaction – 71% of employees surveyed felt that their employer cared about their mental health and overall wellbeing
Types of Employee Benefits:
Health & Wellness
- Health insurance, Dental insurance, Optical cover, Employee Assistance Programmes, Wellness programmes, Gym memberships/reimbursements.
Financial & Retirement
- Bonuses, share options, holiday pay, annual leave purchase options, employer contributed pension schemes.
Work-life Balance
- Flexible working hours, work from home options, reduced working week.
Next HR Focus with Zentano & Connectr 2oth June 10am-11am
