Comp & Benefits

MLB takes a swing at back-up child care, elder care benefits

A key driver of employee turnover during the pandemic, caregiving has been the subject of numerous employer benefits initiatives in recent months.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 29, 2021

Paid leave is needed, but is it enough?

Concerted efforts around long-term flexible work options may be just as important, writes one exec from Financial Health Network.

By Matt Bahl • Nov. 29, 2021

Explore the Trendline➔

Inside the rapidly changing world of benefits

When employers look for innovative ways to attract and retain workers while simultaneously cutting costs, benefits tend to emerge as the answer.

By HR Dive staff

Workers doubt employers' commitments to closing pay gaps

Pay equity has come into the spotlight in recent years, prompting more organizations to say they conduct pay parity reviews.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 23, 2021

DOL finalizes Jan. 30 deadline for $15 federal contractor minimum wage

It has been nearly four months since DOL published its proposed rule.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 22, 2021

US tech salaries down slightly, but the market favors candidates

A 1.1% decrease in average salaries comes down to demand, as companies need to hire junior candidates to fill senior roles. 

By Brian Eastwood • Nov. 22, 2021

Cutting through the noise: 3 ways to make a big impact on employee wellbeing in 2022

With burnout at an all-time high, how can HR leaders find the right solutions for their workforce?

By Aimee Gindin, Head of Marketing and Strategy at Torchlight • Nov. 22, 2021

Mailbag: How do I handle salary ranges in job postings across state lines?

Several states now require certain forms of pay range disclosure, but broader concerns about transparency need to be considered, attorneys told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 19, 2021

Mental health at work: How to turn awareness into action

Business leaders have an obligation to prioritize mental health, writes Yahoo's head of global business partnering, talent and people operations.

By Lisa Moore • Nov. 19, 2021

Employers predict 3% increase for 2022 salary budgets

The projection demonstrates a business-as-usual approach to salary budgeting despite employee demands for greater compensation.

By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 18, 2021

What do employees say would reduce burnout? Less work

"Both employers and employees are near the breaking point," according to Eagle Hill Consulting's CEO.

By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 18, 2021

KPMG swaps 401(k) match for automatic, firm-funded contributions

Employers — particularly large, visible employers — are showing more interest in employees' financial health.

By Katie Clarey • Nov. 10, 2021

IRS bumps up workers' 401(k) contribution limit to $20,500

Employers may be more interested in worker financial health, but they still struggle to encourage workers to save for retirement.

By Katie Clarey • Nov. 10, 2021

To woo workers, Macy's boosts hourly pay to $15, introduces education benefits

The retailer is investing in efforts to attract and retain talent as it accelerates its Polaris growth strategy, which was delayed by the pandemic.

By Kaarin Vembar • Nov. 9, 2021

Mailbag: Do salary history bans apply across state lines?

Remote work, hybrid work and other pandemic-driven models have added new wrinkles to this long-standing compliance question, attorneys told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 9, 2021

As vaccine mandates loom, small employers offer workers a unique perk: No shots required

Despite a temporary stay to a new federal COVID-19 vaccination mandate, small construction companies are emphasizing an enticement that bigger competitors can't match.

By Joe Bousquin • Nov. 8, 2021

The culture war comes for paternity leave

Experts explained to HR Dive why the benefit is growing in popularity as conversation around it heats up on Twitter.

By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 5, 2021

SHRM: Pay equity reviews inspire trust

Research shows workers often find out about pay disparities through workplace gossip, driving them to job hunt.

By Katie Clarey • Nov. 4, 2021

Early wage payments draw scrutiny

Companies that offer earned wage access, aka on-demand pay, have proliferated in the U.S. Now, legislators and regulators are targeting the industry for more oversight.

By Lynne Marek • Nov. 2, 2021

Back to Basics: What the FLSA has to say about lunch

Unpaid meal breaks can land employers in legal trouble if not handled properly.

By Katie Clarey • Nov. 1, 2021

DOL 80/20 tip rule takes effect Dec. 28

The updated regulation may raise timekeeping concerns for employers.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 1, 2021

Female CHROs at top public companies outnumber, outearn male counterparts

HR executives have played an enhanced role during the pandemic.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 29, 2021

Employer's bonus structure didn't bar use of fluctuating workweek pay method

A technician sued the company, alleging it failed to pay him what he was owed for his overtime hours.

By Katie Clarey • Oct. 28, 2021

Starbucks will raise hourly wage floor to $15 a year ahead of schedule

The coffee chain's U.S. workers will be paid $15 to $23 an hour next summer, with an average of nearly $17. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • Oct. 28, 2021

Large purchaser coalition PBGH forms new venture to lower employer health costs, starting with PBM launch

PBGH is forming Emsana due to concerns from U.S. employers that the healthcare services they buy may not be good quality.

By Rebecca Pifer • Oct. 25, 2021

7 steps to get hybrid compensation planning right

Employers must aim for clarity in compensation communications, writes Thanh Nguyen, CEO and co-founder of OpenComp.

By Thanh Nguyen • Oct. 21, 2021