Month: September 2023

Eternal Engagements Shines Bright in the Engage Awards: Celebrating Innovation and Employee Engagement Excellence

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We’re thrilled to share some exciting news with you all! Eternal Engagements has been nominated for not one but two prestigious Engage Awards: Best Use of Innovation in Employee Engagement and Best Use of Technology in Employee Engagement. These nominations are a testament to our unwavering commitment to transforming workplaces and enhancing employee engagement through innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology.

Here’s a glimpse into our entries for each category:

Best Use of Innovation in Employee Engagement

In this category, we tackled the challenge of establishing ourselves as a new player in the industry. As a startup, attracting top talent and building an employer brand posed significant hurdles. To overcome these challenges, we harnessed the power of innovation through platforms like LinkedIn, Bryq, and Personio.

We used LinkedIn to expand our reach and attract highly qualified individuals who shared our vision. We ensured our job postings reached suitable candidates by leveraging targeted job postings and personalised messages. Additionally, we showcased our innovative approach to employee engagement and highlighted our unique company culture on LinkedIn. It helped us position ourselves as thought leaders in the employee engagement space.

Our innovative use of technology and social media platforms allowed us to recruit and retain top talent, including HR professionals who have played a crucial role in developing cutting-edge employee engagement programs for our clients. The results have been remarkable, with increased customer satisfaction and significant cost savings for our clients.

Best Use of Technology in Employee Engagement

Our second nomination, in the Best Use of Technology in Employee Engagement category, reflects our deep commitment to leveraging technology to create exceptional employee experiences. Our all-in-one business solution simplifies administrative processes and enhances the employee experience by providing easy access to benefits such as pensions, healthcare, and lifestyle discounts.

We recognise that innovation is at the heart of our brand values, which include transparency, integrity, and partnership. Our technology-driven approach has streamlined internal processes, improved communication and provided employees with seamless access to valuable resources and benefits through our user-friendly platforms.

The impact of our technology-driven strategy can be seen in the remarkable improvements in critical quantitative and qualitative metrics. Our clients have reported increased employee engagement, improved productivity, and a strengthened workplace culture. Additionally, substantial cost savings have been achieved, reducing administrative and compliance-related costs.

We couldn’t be prouder of these nominations, which showcase our dedication to driving employee engagement and supporting business growth through innovation and technology. See the full list of Engage award categories and nominees – Click Here

Join Us on This Journey!

We invite you to join our journey in redefining employee engagement through innovation and technology. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create an engaging and efficient workplace! You can also download our brochure on our services page – Click here

Contact Us Today to discover how Eternal Engagements can revolutionise your employee engagement and simplify your business operations.

10 Questions with Zuber mulla

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In our this monthly blog series, we talk to our staff at Eternal Engagements from all departments and deeply dive into their career highlights, personal inspirations and thoughts about the business, plus a few fun facts!

This month we meet with Zuber Mulla. Payroll Manager at Eternal Engagements…

First Job?

My first job was working in a care home, where I had the privilege of looking after dementia patients. It was a rewarding experience that taught me the value of compassion and care.

How would you introduce yourself in an elevator pitch?

Hi, I’m Zuber, and I work as the Payroll Manager at Eternal Engagements. I have a deep passion for sports, ranging from football to UFC, and I can engage in conversations about various sports.

Biggest Career achievement?

One of my biggest career achievements was successfully navigating the furlough scheme during the COVID-19 pandemic. With legislation changing daily, sometimes multiple times a day, I was able to adapt and ensure compliance for my previous workplace. As a result of our hard work and dedication during this difficult and unprecedented time, I was promoted to Payroll Manager, and our team was recognized by the business for our exceptional performance.

Nickname? 

Most people call me Zuber or Mulla. Although, there have been some amusing variations like Zumber or Zuma Zoobear when people reply to my emails.

What is it about the job that you enjoy?

One of the things I enjoy most about my job is the opportunity to work with amazing people. I also appreciate the continuous learning and skill development that comes with the payroll field. As a CIPP Associate, I actively keep myself and my colleagues up to date with all the latest changes in payroll, ensuring that we provide accurate and compliant solutions.

Who inspires you?

Jurgen Klopp is a great inspiration to me. His transformative leadership at Liverpool, turning a struggling team into a winning machine, is remarkable. I admire his ability to motivate players, maintain strong relationships, and manage effectively.

Favorite Film?

Shawshank Redemption.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

Footballer or sports journalist.

Favorite football team?

Liverpool FC.

What are the company’s most significant challenges, and how do you think we are positioned to meet them?

As the Payroll Manager at Eternal Engagements, I believe one of our biggest challenges is ensuring that we stay up to date with the ever-changing landscape of payroll regulations. That’s why, as a CIPP Associate, I actively keep myself and my colleagues informed about the latest changes and best practices. By staying proactive and knowledgeable, we are well-placed to meet these challenges and provide accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll services to our clients.

Thank you for reading our latest instalment of the 10 Questions series with Zuber Mulla at Eternal Engagements. We hope you enjoyed getting to know him better and learning more about him career, inspirations, and thoughts about the business. Remember to watch for our next instalment featuring one of our other talented team members or check our our meet the team section on our Careers page. Thank you for supporting Eternal Engagements!

Most common mistakes in Payroll.

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In the fast-paced world of payroll management, even the most diligent businesses can sometimes stumble into pitfalls that could lead to complications, penalties, and unhappy employees. At Eternal Engagements, we’re committed to helping you navigate these challenges smoothly and efficiently. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most common mistakes in payroll and how you can avoid them.

Not paying minimum wage.

You must pay at least the minimum wage to all employees on your payroll. There are different minimum rates to pay to each employee depending on their age. Minimum wage rates tend to increase on 1st April each year, subject to the government’s budget announcements each year. Many employers make the mistake of not paying the correct wage rates to their staff as a result of the increase in April or fail to note when their employee has a birthday which requires an increase in Minimum wage.

Not paying holiday pay.

From the moment staff are employed, they accrue holiday pay. It doesn’t matter if they are part-time, full-time or casual workers etc. everyone is entitled to holidays and holiday pay. Upon cessation of employment, you must still pay any untaken holiday pay accrued up to the point of leaving to your worker. If your employee leaves without working any notice, untaken holiday pay again must be paid.

Not submitting information to HMRC.

With each pay run you process, you must submit your payroll information to HMRC. For the normal pay run, you will need to submit an FPS which has the gross, tax and NIC deducted from your employees as well as the employer NIC amounts. If you have no staff on your payroll, you must still submit a return to HMRC, this return is known as an EPS and lets HMRC know that you haven’t paid any employees for the month. These submissions need to be made on or before your pay date.

Using the wrong tax code.

When an employee joins your business, they should give you a P45 from their previous employer. You will need to use this P45 in order to add them to your payroll software and use the correct tax code for them. If they do not have a P45, your employee will need to complete a P46 new starter form in order to ensure the correct amount of tax is deducted from their first wage. HMRC will normally issue an amendment to the tax code if needed once they have received the FPS submission with the employee’s information.

Not being consistent.

You should process your payroll on the same day each week/month and pay your staff on the same day each week/month in order to ensure consistency. Failure to be consistent with pay dates can lead to issues with underpaid tax.

Not paying the correct amount to employees.

After a payroll has been processed and pay slips have been produced by your payroll software, you need to pay each employee the net pay as per their pay slip not the gross pay. The gross pay is the amount prior to tax, nic and pension deductions taken from their wage. The net pay, is the amount after these deductions have been made.

At Eternal Engagements, we’re here to ensure your payroll management is smooth, precise, and compliant. Our expert team helps you steer clear of these pitfalls, making sure your employees are paid accurately and on time. With our guidance, your business can thrive while avoiding these common payroll challenges.

By Hannah Fossett, Payroll Administrator at Eternal Engagements. Check out our meet the team section on our Careers page to find out more about the team at Eternal Engagements.