Top 5 Work Perks Employees Want in 2025
The past couple of years have changed the way we work. From remote working to flexible arrangements, employees are increasingly prioritizing non-monetary benefits when deciding whether to stay with their current company or join a new one.
In this article, we will cover the top 5 work perks employees want in 2025, as well as additional perks and benefits organizations can consider to further improve job satisfaction among employees and retain key talent.
Financial and insurance benefits
Inflation continues to rise, and numerous geopolitical uncertainties loom on the horizon. In these difficult times employers can help by providing additional support and resources. Employers can play a crucial role in helping their workforce navigate these challenging times through better benefits.
1. Group Health Insurance
One such offering is a company or group health insurance plan. It shouldn’t be a standard, one-size-fits-all all type of perk. Instead, the benefits (and limits) should match the needs of employees while offering decent coverage for health-related benefits like dental and vision insurance.
Adding a health check-up or screening as part of the plan or a prevention allowance may also appeal to employees who are conscious about keeping healthy and well. In turn, employees will be better focused and less worried about funding medical costs out of pocket to treat their health problems.
2. Retirement Savings Plan
As inflation increases worldwide, one of the best ways to beat it is to put money away in a long-term savings vehicle. A retirement savings plan is a must-have benefit for all employers. Financial wellness and health go hand in hand.
Employees who are upbeat about their savings and can manage their income and outgoings are likely to be better focused at work. That said, a retirement savings plan can be offered through a financial wellness course that will teach employees the importance of saving and how to do it.
If you are not offering one already, then a company pension plan may also be the answer to retaining top talent. By matching employee contributions, you can encourage your employees to stay longer with the organization.
3. Group Disability Insurance
As we grow older, our bodies start to show signs of aging, and certain physiological functions fail to work like before. Employees of a more senior age face higher risks of disability compared to younger workers. This is where group disability insurance comes in.
No one wants to lose income because of an accident or disability during this turbulent economic period, which is why offering short- or long-term disability coverage can replace some of your employees’ pay. This will help you show appreciation and support given during times of need.
Quality of Life at Work and Away From Work
We must admit that the world has changed significantly, and our perspective on work has also changed. Today, we are fully aware of what’s right for us and what’s not, and employees, too, are thinking the same.
4. Flexible Work Arrangements
In the past couple of years, flexible work arrangements such as remote work and working from home has become more prevalent. This flexibility enhances productivity, promotes a healthier work-life balance, and increases job satisfaction as employees gain more control over their schedule.
Flexible work arrangements also bring financial benefits to employees. In the current financial climate, i.e. high inflation, this perk is even more enticing as it will allow employees to save on commuting and fuel.
5. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
An EAP is considered to be the secret sauce to making employees feel listened to and supported. It is a type of employee benefits program that companies can provide to resolve issues in their employees ‘ lives.
An EAP is typically offered along with a group health insurance plan. One of the top benefits is mental health support, which includes workshops/training and 24/7 hotlines.
Further reading: What is an employee assistance program? A guide to EAPs
Other perks to consider this year and beyond
It’s worth remembering that 2025 is a period consisting of many uncertainties. Hence, the aforementioned top 5 perks have been listed above to help ease the burden experienced by employees at work and at home.
If you want to take things one step further, there are other benefits and perks you can offer, such as:
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Professional/career development programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- In-company seminars and workshops
- A mentorship program
- Free food and beverages, including healthy nibbles and snacks
- A relaxation zone and wellness activities
- Paid parental leave and support
- Voluntary service and time off
- Discount programs
Need help choosing the best employee perks and benefits?
Looking to enrich your employee benefits? Pacific Prime Dubai can help. As an insurance broker and employee benefits specialist with over 20 years of industry experience, we offer impartial advice and a free consultation across different benefits packages.
Our multilingual and knowledgeable insurance experts can assess your company’s needs and outline all your options while keeping to your budget. On top of building a close and robust relationship with clients.
We are also able to offer value-added services that will be of benefit to HR professionals and organizations, such as:
- Support with filling out insurance forms, documents, and legal paperwork
- Liaise with insurers and benchmarking options to match your needs
- Design bespoke employee benefits plans and excellent business insurance solutions using our unique Broker Framework
- Provide claims management and follow-ups
- And more.
Contact us today to begin your search for the best employee benefits and perks!
Born and raised in the cultural melting pot that is Hong Kong, and having studied at an international school, Vista has developed a multicultural perspective that he uses in his writing and strives to connect to people of different backgrounds.
In his free time, Vista enjoys immersing himself in different worlds, from video games to light novels and movies. His hobbies help him expand his writing style by putting himself in the point-of-view of different people and characters.
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