Giving Something Back

Not For Profit Body's

The Chartered Institute of Building

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The Chartered Institute of Building have two recognition schemes - an ACT Award which is awarded by the Leadership Team on Global Staff Update calls every month, and an Extra Mile Award which allows for peer recognition where colleagues have gone the extra mile.

The organisation has launched a new Competency Framework which will support conversations about performance, growth and development. This year, The Chartered Institute of Building has ran a programme of people management development for all its people managers.

The Chartered Institute of Building encourages colleagues to participate in charitable or fundraising initiatives. It has a volunteering policy which allows colleagues two days of paid volunteering leave per year. The organisation has appointed a Head of Environmental Sustainability in 2023 with both an internal and external remit and have an action plan in place.

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Housing Associations

North Wales Housing

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Employees are always kept up to date on organisational developments and colleagues' good news, as well as getting the opportunity to ask questions and feedback. There's an internal comms platform where staff can post photos and share ideas, quarterly staff briefings and listening sessions, weekly team meetings and regular formal and informal one-to-ones.

Managers can access external leadership training programmes via ILM or ION. Internal masterclasses offer guidance on line management and employment processes, and all members of the Senior Leadership Team are undertaking coaching and mentoring qualifications. NWH also provides secondment opportunities and the chance to work on cross-team projects.

A focus charity is chosen annually, with the latest being RNLI Wales. There are several charity events throughout the year in and outside work. These have included dragon boat racing and family get-togethers. NWH also supports individual schemes to fundraise and organise their own community benefit events.

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Housing Associations

Melin Homes

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At Melin Homes, personal growth is integral to the work culture. Through the 'Passport to Housing' scheme, employees are assigned mentors to broaden their knowledge, fostering their professional development. The company also supports and funds professional qualifications for staff, promoting personal growth and career advancement.

The leadership at Melin Homes encourages an open, supportive culture. Senior Management Team members regularly interact with the team and ensure they are in touch with on-ground activities. The 'Diolch' initiative allows managers to recognise and appreciate the hard work of their team members, fostering a culture of support and recognition.

Melin Homes is committed to giving back to the communities it serves. Through the Jump2 fund, the company supports local organisations that improve the lives of residents. The company's annual 'Zest in the Park' event promotes the wellbeing of the local community, underlining the organisation's commitment to societal betterment.

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Manufacturing

HARMAN technology

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HARMAN’s manager development programme is completely bespoke, and is delivered and composed by its inhouse team. The programme builds on external best practices, effecting management practices, and linking neuroscience with behaviours.

The organisation matches any contribution made to their chosen charity. It also continues to support CAFT (The Children’s Adventure Farm Trust).

To recognise the hard-work and success of its employees, HARMAN Technology uses a ‘thank you’ scheme where employees can receive cards and vouchers for how well they have performed and lived by the company’s values.

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Accountancy

Albert Goodman

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The firm demonstrates its commitment to societal contribution through its charity committee and sustainability committee. Employees are actively involved in fun fundraising activities, and the firm is working towards becoming carbon neutral by 2030.

Albert Goodman actively supports each employee's personal growth. Its Personal Development Discussion process and career progression guide, which are deeply rooted in the firm's values, provide clear pathways for advancement and skill utilisation.

Albert Goodman’s leadership is anchored in its values, which are embedded in every aspect of the firm, from performance evaluation to identifying future leaders. Regular communication from the Managing Partner further reinforces this.

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Charity's

LandAid

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The team spirit at LandAid is palpable. The organisation encourages camaraderie and a sense of belonging, making work not just a responsibility, but also a source of enjoyment.

LandAid is committed to the wellbeing of its employees. The organisation’s Wellbeing Hub is a testament to this, offering resources that help balance work and home life, manage stress and promote overall health.

LandAid is deeply committed to giving back to society. The organisation’s efforts to end youth homelessness are driven by a genuine desire to make a difference, not profit motives, reflected in its aim to deliver £1 million of Pro Bono support to charities tackling homelessness.

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Leisure & Hospitality

Bone Daddies Group

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Bone Daddies runs fun staff initiatives, including: winning theatre tickets for 5* reviews; restaurant vs restaurant competitions to win £250 chocolate hamper; staff summer party with activities; bonuses for great EHO results or improvement in Google ratings. It also provides access to YuLife, where team members can earn vouchers for doing steps, meditations and workouts.

The organisations management teams have access to very achievable performance quartile bonuses. Rather than focusing on sales, Bone Daddies utilises controllable KPI's that demonstrate performance in customer and team experience.

Bone Daddies partners with People's Captain, a not-for-profit beer company who aim to support mental health, by encouraging social interaction and educating people. A portion of the profits from the beer are donated to Samaritans and Young Minds. It also partners with Belu, with profits being donated to causes like WaterAid.

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Consultancy

PJA

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PJA spoke to staff to assess their wellbeing, and undertook surveys to fully understand how well they feel supported. In response to feedback, it enhanced its wellbeing programme, signed up to a proactive wellbeing service: Looking After Me, and addressed concerns about the cost of living by bringing forward pay rises.

The organisation operates using an EMI scheme. The aims of the plan are to recognise its team's work by inviting all staff to participate in the scheme and become a shareholder, helping retain staff and incentivise them to grow the company value for their own benefit and reward them for their future efforts though dividends.

PJA have supported a number of Charitable and community events over the last twelve months, including LandAid SleepOut where eight employees participates to raise money for young homeless people. The organisation also support other charities such as MacMillan, Save the Children, and a local women’s refuge.

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Business Services

UK Finance

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UK Finance holds regular monthly Company 'Town Hall' meetings which are hosted by a member of the ExCo team and which are an opportunity to bring all colleagues together to share news, updates and for teams to showcase their work.

Every month, the organisation asks colleagues to nominate others who they believe have gone 'above and beyond' in performing their role. All nominations are reviewed and successful nominees are awarded a bottle of champagne at the monthly all colleague 'Town Hall' meeting.

All colleagues are entitled to three paid 'volunteering days' each year which they can use to support a good cause of their choice. Furthermore, at the end of each year colleagues vote for a 'charity of the year' which becomes the beneficiary of any fund raising activities that the company undertakes the following year.

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Recruitment

Claremont Consulting

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As part of its employee benefits, Claremont Consulting offers a detailed health care plan including access to a 24-hour hotline, medical, dental and optical care, and therapy treatments. As an additional employee benefit it provides the Westfield Health plan which offers subsided gym membership for all employees.

The company organises employee culture days paid for by Claremont Consulting which involve competitive and inclusive tasks. For example the team recently attended a Battle Bar where employees were able to play games of pool, table tennis, and shuffle board along with Clay Pigeon shooting for its Christmas party.

Throughout the year Claremont Consulting organises various activities to support charities. These include an internal table tennis competition, a Grand National Sweepstake, and a business fives football tournament. Instead of a company Secret Santa, each employee bought a toy for a child of refuge to receive as a Christmas present through the KidsOut charity.

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Purpose Boosts Engagement

The Chartered Institute of Building

North Wales Housing

Melin Homes

HARMAN technology

Albert Goodman

LandAid

Bone Daddies Group

PJA

UK Finance

Claremont Consulting

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