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How can voluntary benefits support employees in uncertain times?

Employee Benefits

Credit: Emerge / Shutterstock (1079190161) Employers should have an understanding of the issues their employees face in order to produce targeted and appreciated voluntary benefits strategies. So, what support can voluntary benefits offer in uncertain times?

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What are voluntary benefits?

WEX Inc.

Voluntary benefits give employees the opportunity to further customize their benefits package to meet their personal needs. And they serve as an excellent cost-effective recruitment and retention tool for employers as they look for ways to improve their benefits offerings. It is not legal or tax advice.

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Voluntary benefits: A guide for your first-time enrollees

WEX Inc.

When it comes to navigating the world of employee benefits, there's a lot to take in, especially if you're a first-timer. Among the suite of benefits you’re likely to be offered, voluntary benefits are often misunderstood. Check out our other first-timer series blog posts on health plans and employee benefits.

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ScottishPower and Siemens shortlisted for Best voluntary benefits

Employee Benefits

Energy provider ScottishPower and technology business Siemens have been shortlisted for Best voluntary benefits at the Employee Benefits Awards 2023. We wanted to do something that enhanced their benefits offering when things were quite a struggle for us as an organisation.

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Importance of Employee Benefit Package And Why it Matters

HR Digest

A strong employee benefit package can go a long way. Employer benefits package is key to attracting and retaining top talent. Employee benefits have become an essential part of any competitive compensation package. What do you want to achieve with the employee benefit package 2. Payroll taxes 2.

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What’s the hottest, zero cost benefit in Employee Benefit planning today?

CorpStrat

If an employee falls ill or gets hurt, they’ll likely have little to no income coming in. On top of that, state Disability is so restrictive and can involve such an arduous process that your employees simply can’t count on it. Voluntary Benefits. Don’t forget, you can offer these programs on a pre-tax basis.

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Tips to refine your OE communication strategy and availability

WEX Inc.

Benefits are also not top of mind for many employees. Employees are often more focused on frequently used benefits such as vacation and paid off policies (PTO) rather than insurance, voluntary benefits and retirement plans. It is not legal or tax advice.