Employers and employees disconnect on health benefits, Unum survey reveals
67% of surveyed employers believed their benefits package positively impacted employee wellbeing, but only 31% of employees agreed.
A survey from Unum UK has revealed a disconnect between employers and employees regarding workplace health and wellbeing.
According to Unum’s data, 67% of surveyed employers believed their benefits package positively impacted employee wellbeing, but only 31% of employees agreed.
Additionally, just 27% of employees felt the benefits package helped to prevent health issues from worsening or becoming chronic.
At the same time, 75% of employers surveyed believed their workforce’s health and wellbeing is good, but just 66% of employees agreed.
Liz Walker, chief operating officer at Unum, said: “Our research shows a real disconnect between the health and wellbeing support employers provide, and how it is perceived by employees.
“It’s often the case that benefits are recognised and highly regarded by employers, but they struggle to communicate these effectively, leaving employees unaware or misunderstanding the true value they offer.
“This gap can create a ripple effect, impacting morale, engagement and turnover, then ultimately the overall success of a business.
“Clearly, employee benefits packages need to go beyond just good intentions.”
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