Best Companies Factors: Fair Deal

Zest

Zest allocates a dedicated training budget and holds monthly meetings to assess learning priorities. A new Learning Management System enhances access to materials and a comprehensive skills and development project aims to map clear career pathways for those wishing to advance within the organisation.

The company provides a fair deal through performance-related pay increases throughout the year. Additionally, a yearly bonus is awarded based on both company performance and personal performance, directly linking individual contributions to overall organisational success.

Managers at Zest are supported with a comprehensive Manager Toolkit, offering guidance on recruitment and performance management. This is complemented by proactive conversations with the People Team, along with ongoing training and development opportunities to help them confidently navigate their responsibilities and grow in their roles.

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Claire House Children’s Hospice

Claire House provides a Fair Deal to its employees, offering enhanced holidays, maternity and paternity pay and tax-saving schemes. These benefits demonstrate the organisation's commitment to treating its staff fairly and competitively.

Claire House is committed to giving back to society. Through events like the Claire Bear 3K, half and full marathons, Tough Mudders, and more, the organisation raises funds to support its mission.

Wellbeing is a priority at Claire House. The balance between work and home life is carefully considered, and the organisation offers schemes such as the Employee Assistance Programme to ensure the wellbeing of its staff.

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Norman Broadbent

Initiatives like 'NB Olympics' and regular practice-area ‘hub’ meetings instil a sense of camaraderie and teamwork among employees, fostering a sense of belonging and fun within the group.

Through comprehensive support programs, mental health counselling, and a flexible hybrid work model, Norman Broadbent prioritises employee wellbeing, fostering a healthy work-life balance and mitigating the impact of stress on personal health and performance.

With perks such as extended maternity leave, increased annual leave, and a day off on one’s birthday, Norman Broadbent offers a competitive benefits package, demonstrating its commitment to fair treatment of its employees.

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KERB

KERB offers a company bonus scheme based on profit, impact, and engagement, and provides sales and target incentives. The "you've nailed it" award recognises those who go above and beyond with an annual, all-expenses-paid incentive trip, such as the upcoming trip to Copenhagen.

All line managers have been through an external strategic leadership training programme, focusing on key areas like strategy, professional management, and commercial leadership. This investment in their leaders ensures a high standard of guidance and support for the entire team.

KERB supports physical and mental health through Private Medical Insurance, a medical cash plan, and ClassPass. The Hospitality Action EAP provides confidential support, while a Mental Health committee organises initiatives, and there are 27 trained mental health first aiders.

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ForHousing

ForHousing holds regular webinars with open Q&A sessions, and also have various staff groups across the organisation. It also covers the cost of lunch once a month to help and does a hog roast lunch around Christmas time as well as other festive events. It further has Viva Engage to connect colleagues across the organisation.

Through its GIFT (Get Involved Find Time) programme, a network of volunteers work across the organisation to engage colleagues with volunteering activities in the communities and to lead on fund raising initiatives for its spotlight charity.

Through the STAR platform, real-time, multi-directional reward and recognition is available anytime anywhere. Colleagues can recognise one another via STAR platform any time, offering both monetary and non-monetary recognition options: eCards, Nominations, and Instant Awards. The social 'Wall of Fame' offers recognition, allowing others to comment and join in on recognition moments.

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Registry Trust

Registry Trust facilitates personal growth through a Learning Management System. This not only provides structure to core learning needs but also offers access to self-service topics, enabling employees to broaden their skill set and advance in their roles.

Registry Trust ensures a fair deal for its employees through regular salary benchmarking exercises. Additionally, it offers a benefits platform where employees can access various discounts, demonstrating a commitment to employee wellbeing.

Registry Trust fosters a strong team spirit through Connection Days and Kickstart the Year events. These initiatives encourage camaraderie, fun, and a sense of belonging within teams, enhancing the overall work experience.

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Computeam

Team incentive budgets, which managers can use on team activities, rewards and recognition continues to encourage staff to maintain their positive work attitude and customer service. The organisation also regularly takes part in team challenges and charity fundraising across all its offices to bring teams together and encourage cross-team communication.

The organisation has launched an Employee Assistance Programme service which has a dedicated management support function that is available 24/7 for guidance and support on all employee wellbeing matters including managers own mental health and how to support a team member with mental health concerns.

The organisation host annual summer and end of year parties and adopt a culture of praise by recognising people in its monthly Compunews which encourages people to nominate colleagues for values and performance. It also has a Profitshare Scheme, meaning that employees benefit from overall company performance and are awarded additional shares based on tenure.

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Ryder Architecture

The people at Ryder Architecture enjoy annual team trips to expand their knowledge and strengthen bonds, as well as opportunities for international secondments. The organisation captures life beyond work, from charity events to family days, and invest in a culture that is built by its people, for its people.

Staff are supported through the provision of 80+ hours of training per person, per annum through the Ryder360 Learning Programme, which encompasses all aspects of personal development and covers personal skills. This is to support the continuing professional development of its people, including those working towards charterships.

Ryder Architecture’s internal summit, Blueprint is a unique aspect to the business. Hosted each year, the leadership team shares the practice’s goals for the year, announce promotions, and present awards which recognise great achievements, stand out contributions to the business, and outstanding project work.

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Prospero Group

The Group energise our teams through its Social-Wellbeing committee. Initiatives such as in-office events, company-wide celebrations, and team day-outs help to foster camaraderie and excitement while providing opportunities for relaxation and team bonding.

The organisation promotes employee growth and development through structured training, mentorship, cross-functional projects, performance feedback, leadership development, and recognition programs. These initiatives empower its workforce, enhance job satisfaction, and improve overall organisational performance.

One effective way Prospero Group rewards employees for their efforts is through goal achievement competitions. By achieving goals throughout the year, employees can win prizes either for themselves or, if it's a team goal, for the team/office. The Group also conducts summer and Christmas awards to recognise employees for their achievements over the year.

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Frettens Solicitors

Frettens Solicitors offers a fair deal to its employees through annual salary reviews, performance-related bonuses, and a generous benefits package. This ensures that employees feel fairly rewarded for their work.

The leadership at Frettens Solicitors is visible, approachable and committed to the firm’s strategic goals. Regular strategy briefings and meetings with the Managing Partner ensure that the firm's direction and performance are clearly communicated and understood.

Frettens Solicitors emphasises the wellbeing of its staff by promoting flexible working hours and work from home options. The organisation also provides private health insurance and a cash back healthcare plan to support its employees' mental and physical health.

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Fairness Counts

Zest

Claire House Children’s Hospice

Norman Broadbent

KERB

ForHousing

Registry Trust

Computeam

Ryder Architecture

Prospero Group

Frettens Solicitors

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