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Co-authored by Mike Hesch (Head of UK Employee Benefits, Engage Health Group) and Katy Henrickson (Co-Founder, WellFi) 8 minute read Committing to employee wellbeing is no longer a nice-to-have. It is a performance strategy. Give people the tools, resources and autonomy to look after themselves and they bring their whole selves to work: more focused, […]

You’ve invested in a comprehensive financial wellbeing programme. You’ve researched your workforce’s needs, sourced quality financial education, and lined up generous benefits. Everything’s in place. But when you check the numbers, engagement is disappointingly low. It’s a common story. Financial stress costs UK businesses over £10 billion annually, yet the tools to tackle it often

When people talk about financial wellbeing at work, the first instinct is often: “We just need to pay people more.” But higher salaries don’t guarantee financial security. In fact, research shows financial stress actually peaks at around £70,000 a year, proof that money worries cut across all income levels. And with financial stress linked to

Every day, millions of employees walk into work carrying a silent weight: money worries. Financial stress isn’t just a personal issue, it’s a silent productivity killer. It costs UK companies an estimated £11 billion every year, the equivalent of 4% of total payroll. Nearly 40% of employees admit money troubles impact their productivity, and one

Millions of UK workers are facing an uncomfortable truth: they won’t have enough to retire on. The headlines are clear. Nearly 40% of workers may struggle to meet even basic retirement costs*. Almost half of working-age adults aren’t contributing to a private or workplace pension. And while 89% of eligible employees are now enrolled in

Across the UK, employee mental health is a top concern – and rightly so. Burnout is on the rise, anxiety is common, and HR teams are investing heavily in workplace wellbeing. But many wellbeing strategies are missing a key piece of the puzzle: financial wellbeing. While initiatives like gym discounts, yoga classes and wellness days

Over 70% of UK adults report feeling anxious about money*. As UK workforces grow more diverse, a uniform approach to financial wellbeing just doesn’t cut it. From student debt to childcare costs, financial challenges don’t look the same for everyone, and neither should your support. By rethinking how we design and deliver financial wellbeing programs,

Imagine Tom, a diligent employee checking his inbox during a busy workday. An email from his “bank” warns of suspicious account activity, urging him to click a link and verify his details. Trusting the familiar logo, he enters his details, only to discover later that his savings have gone. The impact? Sleepless nights, financial stress,

Software companies thrive on innovation, yet one of their biggest challenges isn’t technological – it’s retaining top talent. In an industry where skilled professionals are in high demand, software companies – whether they’re building cloud-based management tools or pioneering AI solutions – face unique hurdles in keeping their workforce engaged and loyal. Diverse Financial Needs,

Manufacturing operations in the UK are diverse: from factories producing car parts in the North to depots stacking equipment in the South, and drivers navigating busy roads to deliver it all. This round-the-clock grind includes operatives running machines, technicians fine-tuning systems, and lorries rolling out on shift cycles. Yet, despite the constant hustle, financial stress