Voice of Millions: Aniline’s In-Depth Look at Employee Benefits Perspectives
Aniline’s employee perception data contains ~7.5 million distinct employee opinions on benefits, across nearly 5 million reviews. Our Generative AI categorizes and contextualizes reviews, grouping them into five benefits subtopics and generating scores in each subtopic as well as an overall benefits score.
Across so many data points, what matters most to employees when it comes to benefits? The two subtopics employees discuss most when it comes to benefits are Perks and Welfare Design, followed by retirement.
We also looked at the impact of each subtopic on the overall Aniline Benefits Score. While all subtopics significantly contribute to the Aniline Benefits Score, perks and welfare design have the strongest impact - followed by welfare cost, retirement, and administration & communication. On average, each 1-point increase in a company’s Perks or Welfare Design Score corresponds to about a 0.4-point increase in its overall benefits Score.
In other words, think of it like this: when a company steps up its game in Perks or Welfare Design, it's more than a small win; it boosts their entire benefits reputation significantly.
It’s also worth noting that a surge in the number of employee reviews on benefits does not translate to a significantly lower or higher Aniline Benefits Score. This suggests that employee reviews are balanced evenly between positive and negative sentiments, on average.
Benefits in Action
We looked at companies with the best and worst Benefits Scores in Aniline’s database to understand more about what sets them apart, and what drives employee sentiments around benefits.
The top-scoring companies not only offer comprehensive healthcare and retirement benefits, they also stand out for additional offerings like wellness programs and facilities, longevity bonuses, and dedicated support for professional development.
The 3 companies in Aniline’s database with the best Benefits Scores:
The Connor Group: The Connor Group’s benefits package includes a high 401k company match, comprehensive health benefits, employer funded FSAs, and pet insurance. Employees say things like yearly health screenings for employees, on-site gym facilities, longevity bonuses, and wellness programs make this company’s benefits package really stand out.
“Positives: great health insurance, continued job training, personal development planning for career growth, job performance recognition, team atmosphere, transparency throughout the entire company, supportive upper management, and PEOPLE COUNT.” - Employee review
RLI Corp.: Employees at RLI Corp praise the company’s benefits package for its comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance as well as a 401k with significant employer contribution. What makes this benefits package unique according to employees is its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Fully funded by the company, employees say the ESOP gives them a direct stake in the company’s success. Employees also report additional bonuses for passing certification courses, as well as tuition reimbursement, indicating deep company commitment to employees’ professional development.
"RLI is an ESOP company, and that ownership mentality factors into our success." - Employee review
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: St. Jude offers a comprehensive benefits package that is highly praised by employees. This includes health insurance, retirement contributions, PTO, and sick leave. Some employees also mentioned unique benefits such as an on-site gym with free classes, an employee health clinic, an on-site car detailing team, dry cleaning pickup, and discounted tickets to local events.
“We all have amazing benefits--stellar health insurance, an on-site gym with free classes (yoga, spin, etc), an employee health clinic, a Friday farmer's market all summer, an on-site car detailing team and mobile massage and dry cleaning pickup and all kinds of employee appreciation events--that prove to us every day that St. Jude values our contribution.”
The 3 companies in Aniline’s database with the worst Benefits Scores:
Metro One Loss Prevention: Employees say health insurance is provided only after 90 days of employment, and that the plan does not provide comprehensive coverage for all necessary medical expenses, and has high deductibles and copays. Employees report that there are no retirement benefits, a lack of PTO, and no direct deposit.
BroadPath Healthcare Solutions: According to employees, the healthcare benefits at BroadPath are a major concern. Employees say the company offers a very basic and unaffordable plan. Employees also mention a lack of PTO and holiday pay, with some saying PTO does not exist until an employee has worked 2k+ hours.
Central Transport: Employees at Central Transport generally say both the affordability and coverage of the company’s health insurance coverage is lacking. Though the company does offer a 401k plan, employees report that there is no company 401k match.
The Impact of Benefits
Benefits are just one of the nine metrics captured by Aniline’s comprehensive scoring methodology. These nine factors tend to be deeply intertwined, and the Benefits Score is no exception. Companies with high Benefits Scores tend to have higher scores in other critical areas as well. In fact, across the entire database, when Benefits Scores increase, we observe a subsequent increase in various other dimensions - in particular, Compensation, Career, and Work Life Balance Scores.
This exploration of Aniline’s employee perception data demonstrates the pivotal role benefits play in shaping a company’s overall reputation and employee satisfaction. The stark contrast between companies with high and low Benefits Scores underscores the impact that well-structured and thoughtfully designed benefits packages can have on employee morale and well-being. This has ripple effects on productivity, retention, recruitment, and overall business success. As the corporate landscape continues to evolve, understanding and prioritizing the needs and preferences of employees in terms of benefits will become increasingly crucial. Companies that listen to and act on these insights, as shown by the top performers in Aniline's database, are likely to forge stronger, more committed workforces.
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