What today’s workforce really wants – and how employers are responding
Uncover the most in-depth insights into the evolving benefits and reward landscape with our brand-new Portfolio HR & Reward report.
This comprehensive guide reveals what employees truly value – from flexible working and enhanced pensions to wellbeing perks and career development – and how leading organisations are adapting to attract and retain top talent.
Built on data from HR, reward, and compensation professionals across the UK, and enriched with recruiter insight and real-world examples, the report covers:
• What’s being offered vs what employees actually want
• Satisfaction trends and where gaps still exist
• The rise of hybrid working and flexible leave policies
• When it’s time to hire a reward or benefits specialist
Whether you’re benchmarking your current offer or shaping strategy for 2025, this is essential reading for employers in every sector.
What’s in this Report:
- Market Trends & Competitive Benefits – A comprehensive overview of the most commonly offered benefits today – and the ones employees value most. See what’s driving satisfaction and where employers are standing out.
- The Impact of Benefits on Talent Attraction & Retention –Discover how the right benefits strategy can enhance recruitment outcomes and long-term retention, including a real-world case study with measurable results.
- Evolving Work & Leave Policies – Explore shifts in employee expectations around leave – including ‘unlimited’ annual leave, birthday leave, and wellbeing days – plus the growing demand for hybrid and flexible working.
- The Role of Benefits & Reward Specialists – Understand when and why to bring in a specialist, and how expert support can strengthen both hiring outcomes and your overall people strategy.
Whether you’re an employer looking to strengthen your EVP, or a professional seeking to benchmark your market worth, this report gives you the insight you need to make confident decisions.
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