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Orchid Group

Skills Pledge is a partnership between the Government and Orchid. This is a public commitment to help all employees to develop their basic skills and enable them to work towards relevant, valuable qualifications. People are the lifeblood of the Orchid business, without their passion, commitment and motivation, Orchid would not continue to prosper. When times are tough, many companies make the mistake of viewing staff training and incentives as non-essential and start looking at ways to trim their overheads. This in itself is a false economy. Orchid believe by recruiting, training and motivating their staff they will reduce staff turnover, improve moral and motivation and increase productivity - ultimately leading to increased profits. This is a people business, nothing more and nothing less.

At Orchid they want everyone to enjoy working with them, both whilst they are at their place of work and also when they are enjoying their personal leisure time. Orchid understand that a work life balance is important and to give you an extra helping hand they have introduced “Orchid Concierge” which is a re launch of the Time & Knowledge brochure. Time & Knowledge are here to give you an extra hand to help you take care of all those jobs you have to do but don't have the time to sort out, or the knowledge as to who are the best people to use. They will put you in touch with suppliers who can accomplish the jobs you need doing, across a variety of services that range from the ordinary to the unexpected. Whether you're planning a party, looking for a plumber, arranging a holiday or searching for the perfect gift, they can help.

At Orchid they want everyone to enjoy working with them, both whilst they are at their place of work and also when they are enjoying their personal leisure time. Orchid understand that a work life balance is important and to give you an extra helping hand they have introduced “Orchid Concierge” which is a re launch of the Time & Knowledge brochure. Time & Knowledge are here to give you an extra hand to help you take care of all those jobs you have to do but don't have the time to sort out, or the knowledge as to who are the best people to use. They will put you in touch with suppliers who can accomplish the jobs you need doing, across a variety of services that range from the ordinary to the unexpected. Whether you're planning a party, looking for a plumber, arranging a holiday or searching for the perfect gift, they can help.

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Olswang

Partners are encouraged to give regular thanks and timely feedback. Staff have regular mentor meetings to discuss work and career development. There is a firm wide bonus so that staff can earn an additional performance related bonus when climate permits and budget is exceeded. Legal staff are also on a performance related career structure so that promotion decisions are made on the basis of merit and individual contribution.

A technical training programme is provided for each practice group in the firm. These programmes typically involve a mix of new legal developments, refreshers on core areas of black letter law and practice and updates on key industry sectors. The format of this training range from traditional talks, to workshops based on case studies and where appropriate, more informal group discussions and debriefs. A comprehensive range of skills training sessions is provided within the Client and Business Development Skills area to help support the overall strategy for client and business development in the firm. Courses cover content such as effective client relationship management, client listening, pitch training and creating new business opportunities.

Olswang work in genuine partnership with charities raising money, providing pro bono legal advice and volunteering. They encourage absolutely all of their people to get involved in their community investment work as although they are a law firm Olswang understand that all their people have skills to offer. They have a huge level of engagement in their CR programme with 58% of their people actively involved.

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NuStar Terminals Limited

All employees at NuStar are eligible for a bonus. Some employees are eligible for the company's Long Term Incentive plan. NuStar have introduced Total Reward Statements which will be issued to all European employees.

Any support, information or advice is offered through NuStar's Wellness Fairs. All employees are encouraged to raise any issues with their managers. Stress counselling is available free of charge through NuStar's Private Medical Insurance provider.

All employees at NuStar are eligible for a bonus. Some employees are eligible for the company's Long Term Incentive plan. NuStar have introduced Total Reward Statements which will be issued to all European employees.

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NPS Group

NPS Group offer employees discounted gym membership and further reductions with other companies. They also provide BUPA Wellness Leaflets that cover managing stress in the workplace policy, quitting smoking and other mental issues. NPS Group also implemented East of England Mental Health First Aid.

NPS Group offer employees discounted gym membership and further reductions with other companies. They also provide BUPA Wellness Leaflets that cover managing stress in the workplace policy, quitting smoking and other mental issues. NPS Group also implemented East of England Mental Health First Aid.

NPS Group ensure that employees feel that they are rewarded for their efforts by providing them with a Profit Share Payment once a year. Re-investment in Training also ensures employees feel rewarded along with appraisals once a year, 1:1's and Financial PPA to recognise individuals performance.


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Novotel UK

Examples of training activities that employees might undertake at Novotel UK are: Induction Next -an E-learning tool, Food & Safety E-learning, Health & Safety E learning and Accor Internal Management Training.


Employees at Novotel UK undergo formal team building once to twice a year. A recent example of this is when a team was sent to The Art of Engagement.

Examples of training activities that employees might undertake at Novotel UK are: Induction Next -an E-learning tool, Food & Safety E-learning, Health & Safety E learning and Accor Internal Management Training.


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Newton Europe Limited

Newton is committed to professional development. Employees learn fast and during the early part of their career, their development will be guided by one-to-one mentoring from the lead consultant on site. They are always free to contact anyone in the company at any time for extra advice and input. Newton have a formal appraisal process every six months to identify employees strengths, address any weaknesses and plan their skill development. Employees also attend in-depth courses off site, designed to build their confidence and expertise in specific areas such as sales and marketing, project finance or production planning.

Newton held a Summer Weekend which was 3 days down in Newquay doing activities that included surfing, coast steering, zip line, assault course/teambuilding, black tie dinner and beach BBQ. Partners were also invited. There was also a Winter ski-trip which was a long weekend skiing in the French Alps. There are quarterly activity days. These have included a spa day, Alton Towers, caving and gorge walking in Wales and go-karting. Bi-weekly Thursday night fun has included a casino night, going to the dogs, fencing, going for nice meals and themed BBQ nights.

Newton held a Summer Weekend which was 3 days down in Newquay doing activities that included surfing, coast steering, zip line, assault course/teambuilding, black tie dinner and beach BBQ. Partners were also invited. There was also a Winter ski-trip which was a long weekend skiing in the French Alps. There are quarterly activity days. These have included a spa day, Alton Towers, caving and gorge walking in Wales and go-karting. Bi-weekly Thursday night fun has included a casino night, going to the dogs, fencing, going for nice meals and themed BBQ nights.

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Napp Pharmaceutical Holdings Limited

Napp believe that the most important way to feel that they are rewarded, is for them to receive immediate feedback and thanks, from whomever their efforts have supported. Individuals who perform well are given the opportunity to take on more responsibility or become involved in different projects in the future. Whilst this is not a formal reward, it is motivating for individuals to be recognised in this way.

Napp believe that the most important way to feel that they are rewarded, is for them to receive immediate feedback and thanks, from whomever their efforts have supported. Individuals who perform well are given the opportunity to take on more responsibility or become involved in different projects in the future. Whilst this is not a formal reward, it is motivating for individuals to be recognised in this way.

Napp believe that the most important way to feel that they are rewarded, is for them to receive immediate feedback and thanks, from whomever their efforts have supported. Individuals who perform well are given the opportunity to take on more responsibility or become involved in different projects in the future. Whilst this is not a formal reward, it is motivating for individuals to be recognised in this way.

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Mothercare plc

There was an across the board pay reivew of 3% in July 2010. Also a bonus was paid in June 2010 to all employees which was both performance and profit related, depending on job roles. In April 2009 they changed the store bonus to half-yearly: this bonus goes to the whole store team and is entirely based on their store performance. This motivates staff through the knowledge that their own performance determines the success of the store. The bonus is up to 8% of annual salary, including overtime payments, and so reflects their total contribution. At that same time the head offices management scheme was realigned to reflect performance. Junior head office staff who had delivered exceptional performance (as nominated by the Leadership team) were rewarded with a one-off discretionary bonus of up to £1000. The share-save scheme gives all employees the opportunity to by rewarded for their efforts through increases in the share price. They acknowledge that recognitiion for greatness can be as valuable as monetary rewards and the various award schemes which they run give employees and teams the opportunity to be thanked in person by members of the Exec.

There was an across the board pay reivew of 3% in July 2010. Also a bonus was paid in June 2010 to all employees which was both performance and profit related, depending on job roles. In April 2009 they changed the store bonus to half-yearly: this bonus goes to the whole store team and is entirely based on their store performance. This motivates staff through the knowledge that their own performance determines the success of the store. The bonus is up to 8% of annual salary, including overtime payments, and so reflects their total contribution. At that same time the head offices management scheme was realigned to reflect performance. Junior head office staff who had delivered exceptional performance (as nominated by the Leadership team) were rewarded with a one-off discretionary bonus of up to £1000. The share-save scheme gives all employees the opportunity to by rewarded for their efforts through increases in the share price. They acknowledge that recognitiion for greatness can be as valuable as monetary rewards and the various award schemes which they run give employees and teams the opportunity to be thanked in person by members of the Exec.

Last christmas they had a lunch-time reception for head office employees. They also hold a fabulous party for the children of head office employees on Christmas Eve. Store teams receive a budget per head for their Christmas celebration. Last year they also held a summer carnival for head office employees. Their is a social committee at head office which arranges fun events like quiz evenings, bingo nights and theatre trips.

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Morrison

Supporting local charities and businesses is a huge part of what Morrison do and they are dedicated to helping the communities they serve do their bit for charity and the environment. The CSR manager is putting in place a charity events plan at the moment with Shelter and will follow this to ensure Morrison are working in partnership with them to maximise every fundraising opportunity they can.

Morrison believes in celebrating the success of their people and using their full suite of engagement tools through which to do this. They publicly celebrate success through their internal magazine “Connect”, their intranet “MINT” and also through their recognition scheme, Morrison Stars. They also reward good performance with one off thank yous from senior managers to their staff and actively publish compliment letters from clients in the company magazine.

Morrison believes in celebrating the success of their people and using their full suite of engagement tools through which to do this. They publicly celebrate success through their internal magazine “Connect”, their intranet “MINT” and also through their recognition scheme, Morrison Stars. They also reward good performance with one off thank yous from senior managers to their staff and actively publish compliment letters from clients in the company magazine.

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Mole Valley Farmers Limited

Andrew Jackson is an excellent ambassador for the Company. He exudes confidence and passion through his knowledge, approachability and desire to listen to and make time for employees and customers who ensure that the Company is successful. Andrew Jackson lives and breathes the values of the Company. He is a trusted and inspirational leader who, with the direction of the Board of Directors, strives to maintain and improve sustainable growth and competitive advantage to ensure that Mole Valley Farmers provide for future generations. Andrew farms in his spare time and organises social events for his local farming community.

Andrew Jackson is an excellent ambassador for the Company. He exudes confidence and passion through his knowledge, approachability and desire to listen to and make time for employees and customers who ensure that the Company is successful. Andrew Jackson lives and breathes the values of the Company. He is a trusted and inspirational leader who, with the direction of the Board of Directors, strives to maintain and improve sustainable growth and competitive advantage to ensure that Mole Valley Farmers provide for future generations. Andrew farms in his spare time and organises social events for his local farming community.

Andrew Jackson is an excellent ambassador for the Company. He exudes confidence and passion through his knowledge, approachability and desire to listen to and make time for employees and customers who ensure that the Company is successful. Andrew Jackson lives and breathes the values of the Company. He is a trusted and inspirational leader who, with the direction of the Board of Directors, strives to maintain and improve sustainable growth and competitive advantage to ensure that Mole Valley Farmers provide for future generations. Andrew farms in his spare time and organises social events for his local farming community.

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