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HR People Pod – Ep 8: Benefits| Location tracking | Shadow policies | Sexual harassment

Sep 18, 2024
David D’Souza, a CIPD Director of Profession, is joined by Danny Mortimer, chief executive at NHS Employers, and Janet Campbell, a director specializing in organizational policies. They dive into whether office perks like free water really count as employee benefits. The conversation heats up over location tracking in hybrid work and shadow policies lurking in organizations. They also tackle the serious topic of sexual harassment, discussing essential preventive measures and the impact these issues have on employee well-being.
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Quick takeaways

  • Organizations should focus on comprehensive benefits beyond basic rights to effectively attract and retain diverse talent.
  • Strengthening policies against sexual harassment requires a cultural shift, clear communication, and proactive measures to foster employee trust and safety.

Deep dives

Workplace Benefits and Attraction

Organizations are increasingly recognizing the importance of effectively communicating their benefits to attract talent. It’s noted that nearly half of UK job vacancies list basic statutory rights, such as free water, which may fall short of what potential employees seek. The discussion emphasized that companies should focus on presenting a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond minimum requirements to genuinely attract applicants. Additionally, as work scenarios become more personalized, organizations are exploring flexible benefits that cater to diverse employee needs, including unique requests like time off for pet care.

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