Giving Something Back

Recruitment

Instant Impact

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Instant Impact places great emphasis on personal growth, providing a clear progression structure and an annual Learning & Development budget of £500 for each employee. The '10% development time' scheme also encourages employees to spend part of their work week on personal development.

The company has a fair and transparent performance review system, with pay reviews and a potential 10% annual performance-based bonus. This ensures employees feel they are treated fairly and compensated appropriately.

Instant Impact is dedicated to giving back to society, recently establishing a charity partnership with Concern Worldwide. This includes hosting charity quizzes and step challenges, and securing marathon spots for fundraising, demonstrating a commitment to societal impact beyond profit.

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Leisure & Hospitality

Blacklock

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At Blacklock, personal growth is facilitated through initiatives such as the 'WordTake' quarterly review process and the 'Training Skills Workbooks'. These programmes provide a structured support system for employees to continually develop and improve their skills.

Blacklock believes in rewarding its employees' hard work and loyalty. This is reflected in its rewards and recognition scheme, which includes shopping vouchers, paid sabbaticals, and even round-the-world tickets for long-term employees.

Blacklock demonstrates its commitment to society through initiatives such as paid volunteering days and collaborations with charities like Only A Pavement Away. The company encourages employees to give back to the community, highlighting its commitment to social responsibility.

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Retail

Leyland SDM

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Leyland SDM promotes personal growth through its Training Academy, eLearning platform, and clear career progression paths. These initiatives provide the necessary skills and knowledge for employees to excel in their roles.

Leyland SDM fosters team spirit through quarterly business updates and team-building activities. Their internal social communication platform encourages fun interactions, strengthening feelings of belonging within the team.

Leyland SDM's environmental initiatives, such as carbon offsetting through tree planting and recycling, highlight its commitment to giving back to society. The company's efforts in this area extend beyond profit motives, reflecting a genuine interest in societal wellbeing.

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Retail

Simba Sleep

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The CEO and Senior Leadership Team create organisational clarity for all employees through transparent communication. The organisation holds a town hall meeting in person every two or three months where it updates on current performance, shares the vision and strategy going forward, and ensures that it remains aligned with Simba Sleep’s principles, vales, and purpose.

Simba Sleep believes that its employees are its greatest asset and fundamental to business success, which is why it invests in its employees’ development. The organisation created the Simba Training Academy where each employee has a budget set aside of £1500 per year to spend on their development, both personal and professional.

The organisation has donated mattresses to the Turkey & Syria Appeal. It also support YouthMatters and sent refurbished mattresses to individuals moving from into independent accommodation. It further supports The Sleep Charity by working with them on educational and research content with regards to sleep, helping fund their sleep hotline and sleep counselling services.

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Financial Services

Fintel

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Fintel encourages team spirit through regular team days and social events like the annual 'Easter Bonanza' and 'Summer Parties'. These initiatives foster a sense of belonging and camaraderie within teams, helping to create a fun and collaborative work environment.

Fintel prioritises employee wellbeing, launching a five-pillar wellbeing strategy and a dedicated mental wellbeing framework. The organisation also offers an Employee Assistance Program service as part of its Medical Cash Plan, encompassing one-to-one counselling, virtual GP appointments and a range of wellbeing resources.

Fintel is committed to giving back to society, evident in its charitable contributions and volunteering initiatives. The organisation provides free expert insight to MacMillan Cancer Support and offer free training to students at the University of Northampton. It has also introduced a volunteering allowance for employees to support local charities.

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Alight Media

Alight Media fosters personal growth through a range of initiatives such as individual development plans, e-learning CPD certified training portal (Atlas, the Citation platform), and a shared experience programme, providing joint mentoring between senior and more junior members of the team.

Alight Media emphasises employee wellbeing by providing an office environment with natural light, plants, breakout areas and access to a communal rooftop. The company also provides healthy snacks daily, a cycle to work scheme, access to discounted gym via its Medicash scheme, and mental health resources.

Alight Media is committed to giving back to society. The company has donated advertising space worth £1.8m across its network to charitable and community initiatives. Furthermore, Alight Media works directly with schools, colleges and local youth clubs, and is part of the Government Enterprise Scheme, demonstrating its commitment to societal welfare.

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Charity's

Yorkshire Sport Foundation

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Yorkshire Sport Foundation places great emphasis on team spirit and inclusivity. The organisation encourages social interaction with team away days, physical challenges, catch-up days, and regular social outings. This not only promotes a sense of belonging but also ensures that work is fun and engaging.

Yorkshire Sport Foundation has a dedicated wellbeing team that promotes a culture of health and wellness among employees. The organisation conducts regular wellbeing surveys and provides mental health support, including Mental Health First Aiders, demonstrating a robust commitment to employee wellbeing.

Yorkshire Sport Foundation is dedicated to giving back to society. Through the Department for Education Opening School Facilities programme, they distributed £1.1m to schools across South and West Yorkshire, making physical activity facilities accessible to local communities. The organisation also hosts events, supports awards, and delivers community projects, reinforcing its commitment to societal wellbeing.

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Financial Services

Barnett Waddingham

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The firm supports personal growth through diverse learning solutions, including the award-winning Business Management and Strategic Leadership Academies. Its Talent Management Programme, 'Accelerate', encourages the development and implementation of ideas across the firm, fostering individual innovation.

The firm's focus on wellbeing includes dedicated support for menopause, an Employee Assistance Programme, and a WorkSmart policy that balances business, team, and individual needs. The firm's commitment to wellbeing is also evident in its annual firm-wide National Learning Week event, which highlights mental health awareness.

Barnett Waddingham's Corporate Social Investment demonstrates its commitment to societal impact. The firm supports over 45 charitable groups, has a strong focus on social value impact donations, and its employees have collectively volunteered over 1000 hours. Its ethical approach extends to its Environmental Management System, underlining a commitment to sustainability.

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Construction & Engineering

Three Sixty (part of SHG)

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Three Sixty demonstrates its commitment to fair treatment through initiatives such as the health cash plan and providing a cost of living increase on top of salaries, ensuring employees feel valued and fairly remunerated.

Three Sixty takes the wellbeing of its employees seriously, offering a health cash plan and a 24/7 GP helpline. The company's focus on managing stress and promoting work-life balance reflects its commitment to employee wellbeing.

Three Sixty is dedicated to making a difference in the community, donating the majority of its profits to social causes. This commitment to social responsibility is not driven by profit motives but by a genuine desire to give back to society.

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Financial Services

Zuto

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Zuto recognises and rewards employees' contributions through the Above and Beyond Award. Additionally, managers have the power to recognise standout Zutonites with personalised gifts and public acknowledgment, ensuring employees feel fairly treated.

Zuto prioritises the wellbeing of its employees, providing access to mental health first aiders, the NHS-trusted Thrive app, and discounted gym memberships. The annual Wellbeing Week promotes physical and mental wellness, reducing work-related stress and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Zuto is committed to giving back to the community, partnering with Forever Manchester for various fundraising and volunteering opportunities. The company also supports local community groups through its named £50,000 annual fund, reinforcing its commitment to corporate social responsibility.

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What are companies doing with regards to 'Giving Something Back'

What effect will focus on the 'Giving Something Back' factor have?

Instant Impact

Blacklock

Leyland SDM

Simba Sleep

Fintel

Alight Media

Yorkshire Sport Foundation

Barnett Waddingham

Three Sixty (part of SHG)

Zuto

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