Especially post the COVID-19 pandemic, employers should be rethinking their benefits packages to match the new needs and wants of their employees. Offering a range of benefits is a great way to attract top talent and retain the best employees. The recruitment team at GCS Malta outline the 7 most sought after benefits that employers should offer in 2022.
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Flexible working conditions
Working from home has become the new norm, and employers who do not offer any flexibility regarding working conditions might have trouble attracting new employees. To attract the most candidates, aim to provide the most flexible work conditions possible, including remote work and hybrid models. By allowing candidates to work remotely, you can also opt to hire top talent from other countries.
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Flexible working hours
With life becoming increasingly busy, flexible hours have become one of the most wanted benefits. Remember that employees also have a life outside work and that their work should support a healthy work-life balance for top productivity.
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Four-day work week
While many companies are afraid to swap to a four-day work week, offering employees more time off with the same five-day paycheck will work in your favour. Companies that have switched to the four-day week schedule have seen a 40% increase in productivity whilst also reducing office costs.
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Well-being benefits
Employees want to work for companies that understand the importance of physical and mental well-being. Try offering a range of well-being benefits to ensure that your employees are in the right mindset to be productive at work:
- Spa vouchers
- Psychologist sessions/counselling/therapy
- Fitness classes/gym memberships/discounted gym memberships
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Health benefits
Offering a variety of health benefits is essential to attracting and retaining employees:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid sick leave
- Paid medical leave
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Education and personal development
Allocating a budget for employee training and courses is a win-win situation for employers and employees. Employees get the opportunity to learn new skills and grow within their career, while employers benefit from better skilled and a more motivated workforce.
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Free food at the office
Employees who work at companies that offer free snacks, beverages and lunches report a higher percentage of satisfaction at work. However, if free lunches are too expensive, aim to at least have some free snacks and a kitchen with the necessary equipment for employees to prepare their lunch at work.
Why GCS Malta?
At GCS Malta, our excellent recruitment team can assist you with attracting top talent to sustain your growing business through a quick and cost-effective service. Contact us today for more information.
