Everywhen report: Employer perspectives on workforce health and benefits (part 1)
Part 1 of the employer perspectives on workforce health and benefits report, The challenge of supporting different workforce needs, uncovers a disconnect running through UK workplaces. While employee pressures vary significantly by age, gender, and seniority, many organisations continue to rely on uniform benefits packages.
A rigid approach remains common, with two in five (40%) of employers offering the same support regardless of gender. Almost a third (30%) offer the same regardless of age, lifestyle, or health risks, and a quarter (25%) regardless of seniority, according to the survey of 500 UK HR decision-makers.
Yet concerns tell a different story, as almost six out of ten (58%) of employers worry about the physical health of Baby Boomers and over half (52%) about Gen X, compared to just over a third (37%) for Gen Z.
Despite these clear differences, only a fifth (22%) of employers tailor benefits by age or risk factors, and just over one in ten (11%) offer a flexible cash allowance for personalised choice.
With workforce health directly impacting productivity and talent retention, relying on a standard model poses a growing risk to overall employee wellbeing.
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Supplied by REBA Associate Member, Everywhen. Employee benefits
We champion employee benefits that make a measurable difference - combining expert advice, personalised service, innovative technology and strong partnerships to enhance wellbeing and strengthen business resilience. Working with more than 16,000 businesses across the UK gives us deep insight into employee expectations and market trends, enabling us to design and deliver programmes that meet the needs of every type of organisation.
