Welcome to Santander's benefits
Overview
Santander is a commercial bank with a global footprint that stands out for its impressive figures: 171 million customers, 3.5 million shareholders, and over 208,000 employees. Our purpose is to help people and businesses prosper. We’ve been reinventing ourselves for over 160 years to continue to prosper. In today's digital world, it’s even more crucial we keep developing and enhancing our capabilities together. We run a wide range of programmes and initiatives to encourage lifelong learning. And because we care about you and yours, we foster an environment of support for our employees, their families and others both in and outside the office.
Core benefits
Medical Cover
Your health matters. Our comprehensive healthcare coverage ensures you have access to high-quality medical care when you need it, with flexibility to cover your whole family.
Pension / Retirement
Planning for your future is important to us. We offer competitive pension arrangements to help you build a comfortable retirement, with options to suit different needs and circumstances. We truly care about our employees' future, recognizing the importance of financial security after years of dedicated service. By investing in a robust pension plan, we not only support our current workforce but also underscore our dedication to fostering a stable and rewarding future for all team members.
Death Cover
We also demonstrate our deep commitment to employee well-being by providing comprehensive coverage in the unfortunate event of death. This ensures that employees' families and loved ones are financially protected and supported during challenging times. By offering death cover, we not only underscore our dedication to the security and peace of mind of our employees but also reinforce our commitment to fostering a caring and supportive work environment.
Health & Wellbeing
We understand that wellbeing goes beyond just physical health. Our comprehensive wellness benefits are designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional health, helping you stay at your best both at work and at home:
- Gym Membership: Encouraging physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle.
- Dental Cover: Ensuring access to essential dental care.
- Health Screening: Early detection and prevention for better health outcomes.
- Virtual GP: Convenient access to medical consultations.
- Mental Health Support: Comprehensive resources for mental health care and support.
By offering these extensive health and well-being benefits, we underscore our commitment to the holistic health of our employees, fostering a supportive and caring work environment.
Lifestyle
Life at Santander extends beyond the workplace. We offer a range of benefits to help you make the most of your money and enjoy life outside of work:
- Cycle to Work: Encouraging a healthy, eco-friendly commute.
- EV Car Leasing: Allowing employees to drive a new electric vehicle with tax-efficient monthly payments deducted from gross salary.
- Technology Purchase Scheme: Facilitating access to the latest technology.
- Volunteering Leave: Allowing time off for community service and volunteer work.
By offering these diverse benefits, we demonstrate our commitment to enriching our employees' lives, fostering a more fulfilled and engaged workforce.
Family
We offer a range of family benefits to support our employees and their loved ones, demonstrating our commitment to their overall well-being. Our offerings include::
- Spouse's Life Assurance: Providing financial security for employees' spouses.
- Spouse's Critical Illness Cover: Offering protection and support during serious health issues.
By offering these comprehensive family benefits, we show our dedication to supporting our employees and their families, fostering a caring and supportive work environment.
Finance
We offer financial benefits to support our employees' financial well-being and security. Our offerings include:
- Share Scheme: Providing employees the opportunity to own company shares, aligning employee interests with long-term company success.
- Discounts Portal: Offering access to exclusive discounts on a wide range of products and services.
- Travel Support: Offering a range of commuting solutions including season ticket loans, cycle-to-work scheme, and comprehensive car benefits.
By offering these comprehensive financial benefits, we demonstrate our commitment to the financial stability and peace of mind of our employees, fostering a supportive and financially secure work environment.