When you are looking for your next job, it is important to find out what extra benefits the company offers. Perks can add hundreds if not thousands of pounds of value to your total wage packet - here is a run down key benefits you may be offered:
Pension Plan
Larger companies often have their own schemes and others may have providers which they recommend. A good company pension scheme can be well worth contributing into as usually the employer will match the amount that you contribute to your plan.
These are extra payments given to workers which can be either related to company performance or to individuals based on their hard work and results.
Commission
This is a benefit mostly associated with sales and marketing jobs, where employees may be awarded commission. This means that for every sale they initiate, they would receive a percentage of the profits. This also obviously works in favour of the company as it is an incentive for the employees to work harder.
'Golden Hello'
Some companies offer a special bonus when you join their company, known as a 'golden hello'. This extra money is given as a way of helping new employees settle into their new position for example by helping to pay for a season ticket, new work clothes or towards helping to relocate if necessary.
Health Insurance
Having private health insurance means that you will be able to have consultations, tests and operations without having to join the NHS waiting list. This is paid for by the company and some schemes may offer to cover your immediate family as well.
Company Car
Some jobs offer this as an extra salary benefit, especially if the job involves a lot of travelling. If this is offered to you it is a good idea to find out details such as who will be paying for the petrol and whether or not you are entitled to use it for personal mileage.
Mobile Phone
Some companies will provide you with a mobile phone for work-related calls. However, your employer may also cover some personal calls and this would be something to confirm.