Companies have been aware of the ageing population within their workforce for a number of years, though now it is thought that up to 27 per cent of the UK workforce is over 50 years-old. This is a significant issue for employers who not only have a large number of employees reaching retirement age, but … Continued

A pension analyst plays a vital role within a business, and larger companies in particular as they are more likely to provide a pension plan within an employee benefits and compensation package. When searching for the ideal pension analyst candidate it is important to consider what their daily responsibilities will be within the company, and … Continued

Experienced compensation and benefits specialists are valuable commodities to large and small businesses as they are key to acquiring, rewarding and retaining high calibre employees. A desirable candidate will have extensive previous experience in a compensation role, providing them with the ability to effectively judge what an employee should expect to earn relative to their … Continued

A reward advisor is a valuable asset to a Human Resources department as they play a vital role in the acquisition, motivation and retention of talented employees. Compensation, benefits and reward has become a highly regarded area of business in recent years, as retaining exceptional employees throughout a recession has become increasingly relevant. Employers must … Continued

On Wednesday 19th March, Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne revealed his plans for this year’s budget. Amongst the changes announced were several that will have an effect on the compensation, benefits and rewards industry. Employer childcare support In 2013 the government revealed plans for a tax-free childcare scheme designed to encourage parents back into … Continued

Benefits play an important part in the decision process of high calibre employees who you are hoping to retain, particularly if you are asking them to make a move abroad. A transition on this scale not only affects the employee, but their family also. A talented global benefits professional will ensure that the work and … Continued

The key role of an international mobility specialist is to ease the transition for an employee and their family when they make the move abroad. This position requires someone with exceptional organisation and communication skills, who is able to cover all the bases necessary when an employee moves abroad. Portfolio CBR is experienced in recruiting … Continued

A well thought-out compensation and benefits strategy can make an organisation attractive to top talent, while it can also help to motivate and retain high quality staff. When recruiting a compensation specialist, it is important to find a professional who can implement and develop the policies already in place. Through hiring a high calibre candidate … Continued

A recent report from The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has revealed that eight out of ten people are reaching retirement age having never switched their pension plans, and are therefore missing out on a higher income. The FCA’s report concluded that insurance firms are not encouraging savers to shop around, leaving savers thousands of pounds … Continued