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Alternative legal services provider, DRS, trains its staff to be cross-skilled and able to fulfil each other's roles so during the pandemic it was able to move people from furlough to actively expanding projects. This included training a sales executive to move into a legal role.
DRS specialises in negotiating legal contracts for the financial services sector. Its DocHub teams in London and Newcastle keep institutions compliant with changing regulations. Guided by its three core principles; do the right thing, play your part and choose growth, DRS fosters an inclusive, collaborative and diverse culture reflecting a workforce that speaks 20 different languages and comes from more than 23 nations.
The company provides technical skills training from day one and ongoing soft skills development aligned to its career roadmap along with an option to work from home which was in place pre-Covid and a friendly and sociable environment, including weekly Friday drinks.
The firm's Culture Club acts as a voice for employees and their input has resulted in initiatives including check-in calls with staff, virtual social events selected by staff, a working from home tips packs and fitness workouts and yoga. DRS encourages charitable activities and gives staff three paid days a year to volunteer.
The company sponsors Washington United's junior football team and raised money for trikes, bikes and mini trampolines for pupils at Goodrich Community Primary in Southwark through a week-long cycling challenge involving 25 cyclists collectively riding 10,000km.
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I have confidence in the leadership skills of the senior management team
The leadership team's calm, positive and transparent handling of the challenges created by the pandemic instilled camaraderie among staff and inspired peer to peer support. Staff were encouraged to maintain contact with the leadership team and each other and to get involved in social events including weekly coffee catch-ups.
I believe I can make a valuable contribution to the success of this organisation
DRS hosts regular events including team lunches and sent employees thank you hampers in recognition of their hard work. Regular thanks and recognition is given in weekly 1-2-1s, quarterly reviews and annual appraisals. Perks include free massages, a discount app and corporate gym memberships.
The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future
DRS funds additional qualification and training which has recently included German lessons to help an employee with negotiations in Germany and a diploma in resourcing and talent planning for another member of the team. Soft skill courses also contribute to personal and professional development.
I have confidence in the leadership skills of the senior management team
The leadership team's calm, positive and transparent handling of the challenges created by the pandemic instilled camaraderie among staff and inspired peer to peer support. Staff were encouraged to maintain contact with the leadership team and each other and to get involved in social events including weekly coffee catch-ups.
I believe I can make a valuable contribution to the success of this organisation
DRS hosts regular events including team lunches and sent employees thank you hampers in recognition of their hard work. Regular thanks and recognition is given in weekly 1-2-1s, quarterly reviews and annual appraisals. Perks include free massages, a discount app and corporate gym memberships.
I have confidence in the leadership skills of the senior management team
The leadership team's calm, positive and transparent handling of the challenges created by the pandemic instilled camaraderie among staff and inspired peer to peer support. Staff were encouraged to maintain contact with the leadership team and each other and to get involved in social events including weekly coffee catch-ups.
Companies offering a final salary scheme to all employees, or one in which the employer's contribution is at least 5%.
Companies offering private health insurance to all employees.
At least 40% of senior managers are women.
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