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.
Want to discuss how we can support your hiring or job search?
Complete the form to get your free copy
Latest jobs
Portfolio HR & Reward are supporting a values-driven business that is currently seeking an Employee Relations Partner to join them on an initial 8-week contract. This role can be based in central Liverpool and you will work from home 3 days pe...
View job & applyPortfolio HR & Reward are supporting a values-driven business that is currently seeking an Employee Relations Partner to join them on an initial 8-week contract. This role can be based in central Liverpool and you will work from home 3 days pe...
View job & applyPortfolio HR & Reward are partnering with a global research organisation in Victoria, seeking an International Benefits Analyst to join on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for someone with strong UK benefits experience who is eager to dev...
View job & applyPortfolio HR & Reward are supporting an inclusive public sector organisation that are currently seeking a HR Advisor join them on a Temporary basis until next July. This role will be based in Derby, and offers hybrid working following probatio...
View job & applyPortfolio HR & Reward are supporting a culture driven business, that are currently seeking a HR Advisor to join them on a temporary basis. This role will be based in Bradford, and will be on site 2 days per week. The successful candidate will ...
View job & applyAre you an analytical HR professional looking to advance your career in international Total Rewards? On behalf of market leading client, we are seeking a detail-oriented Benefits Analyst to play a key role in the administration, analysis, and exec...
View job & applyThe Opportunity Portfolio HR & Reward is partnering with a premier, data-driven global investment management firm to secure a Benefits Specialist for their growing team in London. This is a newly created position born out of continuous interna...
View job & applyPortfolio HR & Reward are supporting an award-winning software business, that are currently seeking an Employement Law Officer to join them on a Permanent basis. This role will be based in Manchester, and is fully office based. The successful ...
View job & applyPortfolio HR & Reward are partnered with a reputable professional services organisation who due to continued growth are looking for to recruit an Employee Benefits Consultant to work across a diverse, and exciting portfolio of clients. The rol...
View job & applyPortfolio are looking for a confident, technically strong payroll professional to take the lead on two established payrolls. You’ll be the go‑to expert for month‑end, year‑end, compliance, and process accuracy, while also shaping how the pay...
View job & apply