For those starting their first job in the new year/this new year, this chapter often brings the responsibility of managing money for the first time. It is important that those entering the workplace are taught about budgeting and responsible borrowing, as well as understanding the many workplace savings and benefits on offer so they can take control of their finances and build financial resilience.
As we start a new year it is important for people to strengthen their financial wellbeing for the year ahead. Your finances could have changed significantly over the previous year, so it’s always a good idea to regularly review and see how you may be able to improve your financial situation.
The UK pensions landscape is entering a period of major reform, with new legislation and regulatory initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for savers.
New research launched today amongst 223 companies representing 1.3 million employees has revealed that more than half of employers (51%) plan to make changes to their financial wellbeing offerings in the next two years.
43% working-age people (equivalent to 14.6 million) are under-saving for retirement, according to a recent report by the Department for Work and Pensions. In addition, research […]
Many companies in the UK operate a Save As You Earn (SAYE) share plan often known as Sharesave, which provides employees with a tax efficient way to invest in their company’s shares.
Share plans play an integral part in any reward and benefits strategy. They are designed to encourage longer term saving which can result in greater financial wellbeing. Jonathan Watts-Lay, Director, WEALTH at work answers some questions on the key things to understand if your workplace offers share plans.
Between the 22nd and 28th of September is UK Savings Week.
Jonathan Watts-Lay, Founder and Director of WEALTH at work The journey to retirement, once a relatively straightforward path, has become increasingly complex, particularly since the advent […]
The beginning of 2025 has brought a sense of uncertainty for many. Developments such as new trade tariffs under Donald Trump and the rise in National Insurance have placed added pressure on businesses, with some facing difficult decisions including the possibility of redundancies.