Category Archive For "Group Insurance"
The 5 most coveted employee benefits and perks
We all know that having the most coveted employee benefits is essential to keep employee retention rates high, while also attracting new talent to your business. However, these employee benefits can be extremely costly, especially when many businesses are clueless as to which benefits are cost-effective, and which benefits are a straight-up waste of resources. …
3 most attractive employee benefits for third culture kids
Third Culture Kids – Children growing up in a culture that is different from their parents’ for a significant part of their life. Abbreviated as TCKs, these global nomads are becoming a hot topic of discussion for employers and HR specialists alike. They often identify with multiple cultures, making them a valuable asset for businesses …
The UAE’s revised DIFC employment law
In a few weeks time, we are expecting the revised version of the DIFC (Dubai International Financial Center) Employment Law to go live on 28 August 2019. This revised version will completely replace and overhaul the existing employment law regime, which is currently active in the DIFC. If you are an expatriate already working in …
What are the benefits of a tailored employee benefits plan?
It is vital for a business to have a comfortable workplace, and security is one of the most comfortable amenities a business can offer its employees. In the UAE, it is mandatory for employers to offer health insurance to their employees. Having this law pushes organizations to further increase their employee benefits, as offering health …
Top 5 insurance plans you’ll need for your business
Starting a business from scratch is no small feat, as it involves a great variety of risks; securing protection ahead of time will, therefore, make a whole world of difference should any mishap occur. That’s also why different governments around the world have imposed insurance requirements for companies to ascertain that they have at least …
Things to consider when obtaining a school insurance plan
Private and international schools in Dubai face an unprecedented amount of risks that can jeopardize their strategies and operations if not managed properly. Securing the right coverage is an integral part of any school’s risk management strategy, but there’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all school insurance plan. As such, today’s blog post by Pacific …
Types of international school insurance in Dubai
You are reading this article because you want to know more about private and international school insurance solutions in Dubai. Educational institutions can face a potentially large pool of risks that can threaten their operations, which is why seeking the appropriate insurance solutions to protect themselves is advisable. For a comprehensive overview of all essential …
Should private companies in Dubai offer comprehensive maternity insurance?
Discovering that you’re pregnant can give you insurmountable joy, but can also be terrifying if you’re not financially prepared for it, especially if you’re planning on giving birth in an expensive place like Dubai. Luckily for many expat women working in Dubai, the DHA’s new insurance law requires all employers to provide at least a …
6 steps to avoiding hefty group health insurance premium increases
In our experience, uncertainty around group health insurance premium increases are by far one of the top insurance-related issues companies in Dubai struggle with. While steady rate increases are inevitable, we’ve seen cases in the past where a company’s health insurance rose to unaffordable levels upon renewal. In one case, a company was recently quoted …
Dubai health insurance matters for relocating employees abroad
Dubai is one of the world’s most popular location for foreign workers. In fact, just over 70% of the Emirate’s total 9.2 million population are not local Emiratis. An overseas posting can be a rewarding opportunity, and Dubai is host to a range of sights, sounds, and experiences that draw many more expats each year. …
