Five steps to creating employee benefits programmes for SMEs

According to recent research from MetLife UK, six out of 10 SME senior managers intend to increase the benefits they offer within the next two years - one in four (24%) plan to significantly increase their employee benefits packages. "Designing a contemporary benefits strategy is a valuable opportunity for companies to build their brand and influence their culture and productivity; however, there is a lot to consider, plan and implement to ensure it's the right fit," said Richard Gould, director of commercial, Punter Southall Health & Protection. "In an increasingly competitive market...