Employee Benefits
Every individual contributes to our collective success. We are One Charles River.
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We are committed to recognising our employees for their achievements and providing the tools they need to develop fulfilling careers. We are genuinely passionate about looking after our team, demonstrated by our range of benefits listed below.
PENSION
A generous 8% employer contribution provides you with a tax efficient way to save for your retirement.
LIFE INSURANCE
Personal life insurance equivalent to 6 times your annual salary, where referenced in your Pension Plan.
ANNUAL LEAVE
28 days + 4 Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 + 4 days with 10+ years’ service. Buy or sell up to 5 days each year, too.
LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT
Vocational sponsorship after one year of service in line with our Further Education Policy.
LONG SERVICE AWARDS
Receive a special recognition award starting at one year and then every five years.
CYCLE TO WORK SCHEME
Order a new bike or equipment up to the value of £3,500 via a tax efficient salary sacrifice scheme.
PERFORMANCE BONUS
Discretionary 2% performance bonus payable in February for employees commenced on or before 1st November.
HYBRID WORKING ARRANGEMENTS
Many roles offer hybrid working arrangements with 2/3 days onsite to balance working from home.
HEALTH CARE
Health Care Scheme by Aviva can be individual, you and your partner, or family membership.
CREDS
Discounts and cashback schemes across hundreds of retailers, including dining, holiday, and insurance.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PLAN
Cigna EAP offers support for mental health, general wellbeing, addictions, finance, elder care, and more.
EMPLOYEE DINING
Subsidised staff restaurant onsite offers a full range of hot and cold snacks, meals, and refreshments.
ANNUAL VALUES AWARDS
Celebrate employees who have gone above and beyond their day-to-day duties aligned with our company values.
PAID VOLUNTEERING
Opportunity to volunteer and be paid normal pay for one day each year.
SUBSIDISED ELECTRIC CAR PURCHASE
Fixed monthly amount taken from gross salary in return for the use of a brand new car and other perks.
INSTANT REWARDS
Managers recognising team members for exceptional effort and contributions .
SABBATICAL OPPORTUNITIES
Participate in community services while taking a paid 4-week leave for eligible team members.