Article - ‘Significant’ gap between what employers and employees expect from health benefits

Are Your Workplace Health Benefits Meeting Employee Expectations?

A recent article from Personnel Today highlights a striking disconnect between what employers think employees want from health benefits and what employees actually need.

According to research by Unum UK, while 88% of employers believe they offer benefits that support employee wellbeing, only 66% of employees agree. That’s a significant gap - one that could be impacting retention, engagement, and productivity.

So, what’s missing? Employees are looking for more mental health support, access to preventative care, and benefits that feel truly personalised, not just tick-box perks.

As managers and leaders, it’s time to ask: Are we providing the right support, or just what we think is right?

'Significant' gap between what employers and employees expect from health benefitsThere is a “significant” gap in perceptions and expectations around health benefits between employers and employees, a survey has suggested.www.personneltoday.com