What are companies doing with regards to 'Leadership'

What effect will focus on the 'Leadership' factor have?

Leadership - How employees feel about the head of the organisation, senior management and the organisation's values and principles

Leadership has the biggest influence on how employees feel about the organisation.

Leaders need to create inspiring visions and provide clear direction to positively Impact the
My Company factor.

When it comes to
Wellbeing, no amount of free fruit or stress busting classes are going to address an imbalance. Employee Wellbeing is a by-product of the leadership and management culture.

If there’s pressure at the top of your organisation, it won’t take long to be felt throughout.

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Technology

Sumo Group

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Through its social learning platform, Dojo, Sumo Group has created virtual meet ups for it people in different department and offices, including studio wide quizzes, virtual coffee breaks, virtual pubs as well as social activities such as yoga and Dungeon & Dragons games.
Senior managers at Sumo Group embody the company's values and principles, actively participating in diversity and inclusivity initiatives, and taking the same training as their teams. Their actions demonstrate the pillars of Family, Security, Trust, and Collaboration that the company stands on.
Sumo Group’s Charities Committee enables its people to shape how the Company chooses and interacts with charities. The organisation has two nominated charity partners – Solving Kids’ Cancer UK and SpecialEffect – and has put over £150,000 towards charitable activities. This includes employees personal fundraising efforts across 37 different events and activities.
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Housing Associations

Saffron Housing Trust

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Saffron Housing Trust fosters team building and collaboration by encourage employees to work together to help create its Inspirational Strategy. The organisation also arranges regular social functions to help strengthen team relationships such as its Quiz and Chips events.
Strategic objectives are shared with employees under three areas – Inspiring Trust, Inspiring Organisation, and Inspiring Community – these are also aligned to the company values. Colleague’s views and perspectives are important to the Trust and employees are encouraged to provide feedback through the Staff Forum.
All employees have one paid day annually to volunteer for a local charity or community project of their choice. Colleagues partner with local charities to choose from a range of volunteering opportunities, from environmental clean-ups to skill-based support. Teams are also encouraged to volunteer together to build relationships while making a collective impact.
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Not For Profit Body's

NHS Business Services Authority

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NHS Business Services Authority prioritises employee wellbeing through initiatives like the ‘WeCARE cafes’, regular yoga and Pilates sessions and a dedicated wellbeing App. It also offers annual flu vaccinations and a comprehensive wellbeing support system.
NHS Business Services Authority's leadership is highly visible and proactive. The CEO pens a fortnightly blog and holds regular Q&A sessions to foster transparency and engagement. The Leadership Team supports the organisational values and principles, linking them clearly to the strategy.
The organisation is committed to social impact. It aims to deliver 50,000 hours of volunteering by 2029 and has established relationships with organisations like ‘Urban Green’ and ‘The People’s Kitchen’, truly putting back into society.
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Law

Frettens Solicitors

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Frettens Solicitors offers a fair deal to its employees through annual salary reviews, performance-related bonuses, and a generous benefits package. This ensures that employees feel fairly rewarded for their work.
Frettens Solicitors emphasises the wellbeing of its staff by promoting flexible working hours and work from home options. The organisation also provides private health insurance and a cash back healthcare plan to support its employees' mental and physical health.
The leadership at Frettens Solicitors is visible, approachable and committed to the firm’s strategic goals. Regular strategy briefings and meetings with the Managing Partner ensure that the firm's direction and performance are clearly communicated and understood.
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Financial Services

Danske Bank

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The bank nurtures talent across its business from leadership development, coaching, mentoring and ‘squiggly careers’ initiatives to immersive learning events including ‘Learning@Work Week’, ‘My Danske, My Growth’ and ‘Make it My Business’. Its ‘Danske Futures’ apprentice and academy programmes enable colleagues to study while they work and develop skills that set them up for success.
Leadership is grounded in the Bank’s culture framework, reflecting the commitment of senior leaders. Development programmes occur at all key milestones in the People Leader’s journey from the Navigator programme to bespoke programmes. The CEO’s digital roadshows and Board 360 series enable colleagues across the business to share perspectives and ideas on key strategic themes.
From its charity partnership with Include Youth to its schools outreach programmes like Children’s Climate & Biodiversity Education in partnership with Young Enterprise, Danske Bank demonstrates its commitment to giving back to society. Its colleagues are passionate about supporting organisations tackling cost of living through food banks, donating items and involvement within charity appeals/projects.
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Financial Services

Airwallex

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Airwallex conducts performance reviews every six months to ensure fair and appropriate recognition and rewards for its employees. This includes promotions, compensation changes, bonuses, and equity.
Airwallex has a comprehensive wellbeing strategy, integrated into daily work life. Initiatives such as wellbeing weeks, a calendar of regular events, and access to counselling and coaching services, ensure that the wellbeing of employees is a top priority.
Airwallex's leadership team is engaged and hands-on, maintaining a strong connection with the ground-level operations. Their commitment to prioritising customers and crafting long-lasting solutions sets a positive example for the entire organisation.
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Law

Osbornes Law

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Osbornes Law provides one-to-one mentoring and external training, facilitating personal growth and skill utilisation. The firm's clear career development path leading to partnership opportunities exemplifies its focus on employee advancement.
Each employee at Osbornes Law is assigned a supervisor, fostering a supportive environment. Regular catch-ups, annual appraisals, and development meetings further enhance this trust and care.
Osbornes Law's leadership team, many of whom have grown within the firm, are testament to its supportive culture. The managing partner maintains open communication with staff, announcing firm news and promotions via the internal intranet.
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Financial Services

Harpenden Building Society

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Harpenden Building Society encourages a strong team spirit. It hosts get-togethers like popular quiz nights and an end-of-year awards event, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie among employees.
The society provides wellbeing support via a free employee assistance programme, mental health first aiders, paid compassionate leave, and counselling support. It also offers flexible working arrangements to maintain work-life balance.
Regular business updates are shared by the leadership team, outlining the Society's plans, progress, and performance. The CEO hosts breakfast meetings with small staff groups, promoting open and inclusive leadership.
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Not For Profit Body's

Law Officers' Department Jersey

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The Law Officers' Department is a highly valued organisation where employees feel proud to contribute to the vital legal services it provides. The open-door policy instils a sense that everyone can make a difference.
The Department sponsors two employees annually to undertake the Jersey Law Course at the Institute of Law, facilitating personal development and utilising their skills to the fullest.
Leadership is positively received, with the independent assessor noting excellent communication and appreciation from the management team, creating an environment where employees feel truly valued.
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Retail

Simba Sleep

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The CEO and Senior Leadership Team create organisational clarity for all employees through transparent communication. The organisation holds a town hall meeting in person every two or three months where it updates on current performance, shares the vision and strategy going forward, and ensures that it remains aligned with Simba Sleep’s principles, vales, and purpose.

Simba Sleep believes that its employees are its greatest asset and fundamental to business success, which is why it invests in its employees’ development. The organisation created the Simba Training Academy where each employee has a budget set aside of £1500 per year to spend on their development, both personal and professional.

The organisation has donated mattresses to the Turkey & Syria Appeal. It also support YouthMatters and sent refurbished mattresses to individuals moving from into independent accommodation. It further supports The Sleep Charity by working with them on educational and research content with regards to sleep, helping fund their sleep hotline and sleep counselling services.

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