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Employee Benefits

Ward Goodman helps businesses design and manage employee benefit schemes that attract talent, support wellbeing, and keep you compliant with confidence.
  • Workplace pensions
  • Group Critical Illness
  • Group Death in Service
  • Group Income Protection
  • Salary Sacrifice scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance
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Boost Retention and Productivity Through Employee Benefits

Employee benefits are an essential part of building a motivated, loyal workforce. From pension schemes and health cover to flexible benefits tailored to your industry, they allow you to support your staff in ways that go beyond basic pay. At Ward Goodman, we help businesses across Dorset and the wider UK design and manage benefit packages that balance cost with impact, ensuring your employees feel valued while you remain compliant and financially efficient.

Workplace Pensions
Private Medical Insurance
Salary Sacrifice
Group Critical Illness
Group Death In Service
Group Income Protection
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Meet Our Employee Benefit Experts

Our employee benefits experts are committed to helping businesses design effective, compliant, and personalised benefit packages that support your workforce and strengthen your business.

Alex Foster

Group Managing Director & Chartered Financial Planner

Chris Peters

Financial Planner

Garry Crook

Financial Planner

Aubrey Hodder

Payroll Specialist

Andrea Rab

Payroll Specialist

How Can Employee Benefits Help Your Business

Employee benefits boost job satisfaction, reduce staff turnover, and strengthen your reputation as an employer of choice – all while giving your business a competitive edge.

Workplace Pensions

Whether setting up a new pension scheme or reviewing an existing one, we ensure your business meets its obligations while supporting employees’ long-term financial security.

Salary Sacrifice

A tax-efficient method of pension contribution that reduces National Insurance costs for both employers and employees.

Group Critical Illness

Provides a lump sum payment if an employee is diagnosed with a serious illness, offering valuable financial support during challenging times.

Group Death In Service

In the event of death, or the diagnosis of a terminal illness, this benefit delivers a lump sum to the employee’s family or loved ones.

Group Income Protection

Ensures employees receive a percentage of their salary if illness or injury prevents them from working for an extended period.

Private Medical Insurance

Helps cover the cost of private medical treatment, giving employees quicker access to healthcare and easing pressure on your business.

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Hear What Our Clients Have To Say

Ward Goodman consistently delivers exceptional service, exceeding the expectations of our valued business valuation clients.

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AMS has relied on Ward Goodman for our annual company accounts audit for a number of years. The team has consistently shown exceptional professionalism, working seamlessly with our staff to ensure a smooth audit process without any disruption to our operations. Their deep understanding of our business enables them to provide valuable expert guidance. We look forward to maintaining our partnership with Ward Goodman for future audits.

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Double H has been a long-standing client of Ward Goodman, benefiting primarily from their comprehensive audit and corporate tax services. The team we work with consistently demonstrates a deep understanding of our business, providing knowledge and professional guidance.

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Double H Nurseries Ltd.
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After many years of working with our previous accountants, we recently transitioned to Ward Goodman due to changes in our needs. The teams at Ward Goodman has been exceptionally professional and efficient, helping us enhance our audit planning processes. Their proactive approach and clear communication have significantly streamlined this process, allowing us to focus on what we do best. This has been a positive and valuable change for our organisation and we look forward to working with them for many years to come.

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Locators LTD
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Davina does a great job and has done for the many years that she has worked on our account

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A good accountant should be a long term relationship for client and business, and I look forward to many more years working with Ward Goodman.
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The Ward Goodman tax team are always most helpful and proactive. They have provided invaluable support to me in specialist areas of the tax legislation.
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Many thanks for all your help and advice and for looking after us in the excellent way that you do without which we would be at a complete loss.
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Frequently Asked Quetions

Whether you’re an employer looking to attract talent, reduce staff turnover, or improve workplace wellbeing, our FAQs on employee benefits are designed to answer common questions and help you make informed decisions for your business.
Employee benefits are non-salary rewards provided by employers, such as pensions, health insurance, life cover, childcare vouchers, and flexible working options.
Even modest benefits can improve staff retention, attract skilled employees, and demonstrate your commitment to staff wellbeing. This can be especially valuable when competing with larger employers.
Yes. Many benefits, such as pension contributions and certain health schemes, offer tax advantages for both employers and employees, making them a cost-effective part of a reward package.
Absolutely. Employee benefits can be adapted to meet the specific needs of your business and employees, ensuring you provide meaningful support while keeping costs under control.
Our team advises on suitable benefit schemes, ensures compliance with tax and legal requirements, and helps you put in place packages that work for both your staff and your bottom line.
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The Process

A hassle free onboarding process

Initial referral or inquiry

Whether you’ve been referred or inquired yourself, our team will reach out to you in a timely manner

Free consultation

We offer a no-cost, no-obligation meeting at one of our Dorset-based offices, or over virtually nationwide

Quote and setup

We’ll provide you with a tailored quote and when you’re ready, our financial experts will begin services

Book a Meeting

If you would like to discuss further, please book a meeting with an experienced member of our team. Simply let us know when’s best for you and we will get in touch to arrange a suitable time.

Why Choose Ward Goodman?

Client satisfaction is paramount to us. We have a broad range of clients, and we endeavour to offer them the best tax planning service possible through continuous improvement and focus on doing things right the first time.

Experienced Employee Benefits Experts

Our Dorset-based team can advise and support any size of business locally or nationwide.

Bespoke Employee Benefits Advice

Flexible, bespoke service covering all aspects of employee benefits and regulatory compliance.

Access to a Full Team of Finance Experts

Expert advice from our experts in financial planning, accounting, and business advisory

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Our Awards and Accreditations

Ward Goodman’s excellence in accounting and business valuations is validated by notable awards and accreditations within the UK financial industry.

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We are accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

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Ward Goodman was honoured with the prestigious Accounting Excellence Award,

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Ward Goodman proudly holds membership with the Institute of Chartered Accountants

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