The latest stats from our 2024 Drewberry™ Employee Benefits And Workplace Satisfaction Survey reveal how employees feel about their employer’s approach to sustainability, inclusivity, and wellbeing.
While over half of UK employees think their employer handles sustainability issues well, 24% say more needs to be done to support their mental and physical wellbeing.
As an employer, it’s in your best interest to take a proactive approach to sustainability, diversity and wellbeing matters. Otherwise you may find your best talent leaving your company for another that better aligns with their values and needs.
Embracing and championing diversity, sustainability, and wellbeing is key for a stronger, more innovative workplace:
These are hot topics among employees. It can support your recruitment process and help you keep your best talent. And if you’re looking at getting the coveted B Corp Certification, your diversity, sustainability, and wellbeing credentials will need to be up to scratch.
As more people seek ways to be environmentally friendly, many are looking to their employer for a commitment to sustainability initiatives at work.
We asked UK employees if they felt positively about their employer’s approach to sustainability, and found nearly half (42%) think their employer handles sustainability issues well. However, 19% don’t feel their employer commits to eco-friendly practices at all.
It might seem like a huge task, but simple initiatives such as recycling, offering eco-friendly benefits, such as cycle to work schemes, or going paperless offer practical ways to introduce sustainability initiatives.
We also asked whether staff felt their employer is diverse and inclusive. 64% of UK employees feel positively about their employer’s approach to inclusivity at work.
This is a positive outcome, yet 12% feel their employer does very little to champion it.
Your business plays a crucial role in ensuring diversity within teams. By promoting diversity, you can positively impact recruitment, as 8% of employees say a “commitment to diversity and inclusion” matters most when choosing a new job.
As well as sustainability and diversity, we also asked employees, “How well do you think your employer prioritises your wellbeing (physical and mental)?”
Although 45% did think their employer prioritised their wellbeing, nearly a quarter of the UK workforce felt the opposite. This is a significant percentage, suggesting employers can definitely do more in this area.
With 91% of people experiencing stress in some capacity, wellbeing has never been more important. 31% told us they felt stressed due to their mental health and 25% said their physical health causes stress. This can have a knock on effect at work.
In today’s job market, top talent looks for more than just a competitive salary and flexible work hours. Employees want to work for companies that value sustainability, diversity, and their overall wellbeing. By integrating these elements into your benefits package, you can create a more attractive and supportive work environment.
Offering benefits that support sustainable living not only shows your commitment to the environment but also resonates with employees who value eco-conscious practices. Consider implementing:
A diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a sense of belonging. To enhance diversity and inclusion through your benefits package, you can:
Employee wellbeing is crucial for maintaining a productive and positive work environment. By offering comprehensive wellbeing benefits, you show your employees that their health and happiness are a priority:
Our survey findings reveal the value of a well thought-out employee benefits package that includes a mix of benefits to support employee wellbeing. So, it’s important to get your company benefits right to improve job satisfaction and company reputation.
At Drewberry, we not only have an employee benefits platform, My.Drewberry, our team of experts offer advice and recommendations for your company. If you’d like further help with your employee benefits package, get in touch on 02074425880 or email help@drewberry.co.uk.
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