Workplace Insight

MARCH 13, 2024

New data from Remit Consulting suggests that UK office occupancy rates have risen to their highest level since the start of the pandemic. Although still below pre-pandemic levels, the data indicates a gradual return to more office-based work patterns. The ReTurn Report is compiled by Remit Consulting each week. It uses data provided by building managers in ten cities based on their property’s access control systems.

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Employee Benefits

MARCH 13, 2024

Median monthly pay for February 2024 increased by 5.5% compared to the same period last year, to an estimated at £2,331, according to data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Its labour market figures published on 12 March revealed that regular pay growth fell to 6.1% year-on-year in the three months to January from 6.2% in the previous period.

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Workplace Insight

MARCH 13, 2024

Two in five companies are returning to a five-days-in-the-office work week, according to new data from Virgin Media O2. The Telecoms giant’s Movers Index suggest that around 40 percent of firms now require five-day-a-week office work. Meanwhile, 92 percent of companies had some kind of mandatory in-office policy. Wednesday remains the top day for office work, with about three quarters of office workers coming in for the midweek.

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Wellable

MARCH 13, 2024

Studies show that annual physicals don't significantly improve long-term health outcomes. Explore alternative preventive health strategies for the workplace. The post Study: Annual Physicals Fall Short In Improving Health Outcomes appeared first on Wellable.

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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PeopleKeep

MARCH 13, 2024

Like other small employers, dentists may wonder if they must offer health insurance benefits to their employees. While the Affordable Care Act (ACA) only requires organizations with 50 or more full-time equivalent employees (FTEs) to provide health insurance, smaller companies, like a dental practice, can improve their retention rate , team morale, and overall productivity by offering a comprehensive health benefit.

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Employee Benefit News

MARCH 13, 2024

Lyra Health found that employee mental health is getting worse, with increases in self-harm, suicidal thoughts and depression and anxiety.

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Workplace Insight

MARCH 13, 2024

According to a new poll from Capterra , just over a quarter of UK employees feel that a variety of preferences for technology can cause tensions in the workplace, especially between different generations. The survey also suggests there is a need for more collaboration and open communication when choosing workplace software. Capterra conducted the survey of 2,760 participants from seven countries, from which the findings of 405 UK employees were analysed.

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Employee Benefit News

MARCH 13, 2024

DEI programs often fail to foster a sense of belonging — a concept that encompasses much more than merely being part of a team.

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Workplace Insight

MARCH 13, 2024

Just under a third (32 percent) of UK employers plan to hire more contract workers this year, according to a new report [registration] from recruitment company Robert Walters. Over a quarter (29 percent) report being encouraged to do so by the upcoming IR35 offset rule – coming into effect in early April. Not only that, but a January report from KPMG & REC found that demand for temporary professionals continued to increase softly across the private sector towards the end of 2023 – boding we

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3Sixty Insights

MARCH 13, 2024

Background The already intense battle for global payroll supremacy is heating up in 2024 as Deel announced its acquisition of South African-based payroll and HR technology and services provider PaySpace for an undisclosed amount. The addition of the African and Middle East specialist is reminiscent of a similar move Deel made in late 2022, adding PayAsia’s APAC specialized HR and payroll technology, services, and expertise to its portfolio and planting the Deel flag in the growth region.

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Employee Benefit News

MARCH 13, 2024

Ed Ligonde found his niche in B2B benefits after injury caused one career door to close.

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Workplace Insight

MARCH 13, 2024

A new poll claims that 74 percent of all cybersecurity breaches are caused by human factors. According to the data, published in The State of Email and Collaboration Security 2024 report from Mimecast, cyber threats are growing at an unprecedented pace, and the year ahead is fraught with cybercrime and incidents anticipated ahead of the busy election year where over 50 countries head to the polls.

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Employee Benefit News

MARCH 13, 2024

New research from A.Team reveals how massive job cuts impacted the workforce and what it could mean for organizations.

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Employee Benefits

MARCH 13, 2024

What are earned wage access schemes? Earned wage access (EWA) schemes allow employees to access a portion of accrued salary before their regular payday. Also referred to as flexible pay or instant or on-demand pay, the official UK government term is employer salary advance scheme. Via these schemes, employees can choose to be paid for a portion of work that they have already done, with employers setting a threshold, usually at about 25% to 50% of earned wages, at a time that works for them, whil

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Business Management Daily

MARCH 13, 2024

Can your on-the-go employees access your time clock app from their mobile devices? If the answer is yes, there could be quite a bit of time theft occurring right under your nose. For instance, what stops employees from clocking in before they reach the job site? Without a way to closely monitor time punches, you’d have no way of knowing they’re actually at the Burger King down the street.

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Employee Benefits

MARCH 13, 2024

Energy supplier Centrica has reported a 2% mean ethnicity pay gap for 2023, down from 3% in 2022. The organisation’s median ethnicity pay gap for 2023 was 11%, down from 12% the previous year. Meanwhile, its mean ethnicity bonus pay gap was 4%, up from 0 the year before, and its median gap was 25%, up from 23% in 2022. A total of 97% of ethnically diverse women and non-ethnically diverse women received a bonus that year.

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Employee Benefit News

MARCH 13, 2024

Smaller centers that give patients chemotherapy and count on timely insurance payments to cover their drug purchases have been the hardest hit.

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Managing ACA compliance is a major headache, especially in industries with complex schedules and regulations. Errors can lead to fines, legal battles, and strained employee relationships. Ways to Avoid Penalties & Fines: Non-compliance with Hours of Service (HOS) or misclassifying employees can lead to fines and legal issues. We offer tools to avoid these penalties and ensure regulatory alignment.

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Employee Benefits

MARCH 13, 2024

Professional services firm KPMG is to roll out an energy check-in initiative to its 36,000 US employees and partners by the end of 2024. The organisation carried out a pilot of the initiative last year in one of its smaller divisions, with the aim of identifying employees who are at risk of burnout and wellbeing issues. Based on self-reported data and KPMG’s internal system, the programme will allow managers to see how many hours employees work compared to their chargeable hours, personal time o

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BetterUp

MARCH 13, 2024

Jump to section Career and fulfillment: how does your job impact your well-being?

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Professionals Alternative

MARCH 13, 2024

[link] Mitigating Risks: Key Considerations for Drafting Effective Legal Employment Contracts ‍ Introduction to Legal Employment Contracts As an employer, one of the most crucial steps you can take to protect your business is to have legally sound employment contracts in place. These contracts serve as the foundation for the working relationship between you and your employees, outlining the rights and obligations of both parties.

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BerniePortal

MARCH 13, 2024

Younger generations are becoming more aware of the benefits of long-term savings. According to a study conducted by Fortune , Gen Z are 32% more likely to invest in their workplace retirement plan than their older colleagues were at their age.

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Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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PeopleKeep

MARCH 13, 2024

Key employees aren't your average workers. These employees are key to the overall success of a company. They typically influence the strategy of a business and may even have ownership of it. Without them, a business may struggle to survive in a competitive market. But while their role is essential in their organization, favoring them with regard to benefits can have legal consequences.

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UpstartHR

MARCH 13, 2024

“I also enjoy the face to face with employees. And I think I really have chosen this field of benefits, this discipline, because I want to help employees maximize the benefits that are offered to them.” Summer Martin, Human Resources Generalist, STRATA-G Solutions We’re Only Human — Episode 174 The episode features a conversation between Ben Eubanks and Summer Martin about Summer’s journey in pursuing the Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) certification.

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Achievers

MARCH 13, 2024

A competitive salary is no longer enough to attract and retain the best talent. With the advent of remote work and organizations’ ever-increasing need for skilled, experienced workers, individuals have more choice, flexibility, and leverage when job hunting than ever before. If you want to successfully attract the workers your company needs time and time again, offer them something your competitors can’t: a best-in-class employee experience.

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Employee Benefits

MARCH 13, 2024

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has published new guidance on menopause in the workplace and set out employers’ legal obligations. The guidance reasserts the fact that women experiencing menopausal symptoms, particularly in severe cases, have certain protections under the Equality Act 2010. While the menopause is not itself a protected characteristic itself under the Equality Act, this does not mean that employees cannot bring a discrimination claim.

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