We all want to work for a company that puts our needs first – but is your employer actually doing so? One firm can argue it walks the walk and doesn’t just talk the talk.
In a recent edition of Insurance Business TV, IB sat down with Brett Bastow, head of HR at IQumulate Premium Funding. IQumulate recently joined the ranks of Insurance Business’ Top Insurance Employers for the second year running – a testament to the company’s commitment to employment development, diversity, and culture.
Under Bastow’s guidance, IQumulate has built a thriving culture by empowering employees and valuing diversity. With 50% of managers being female, a significant percentage of employees with 20 years at the company, and almost 50% of employees boasting over five years at the company, IQumulate has fostered a committed and productive workforce that values flexible work arrangements, internal promotions, and career development.
IQumulate has further enhanced its infrastructure by taking time to understand its employees’ values and aligning them with the company’s. Following a significant name change five years ago, the company embarked on a journey to redefine its values through extensive staff consultations. By understanding employee values on a personal level, holding people accountable, and living and breathing those values every day - IQumulate has united its employees in a way that values both business needs and its employees’ needs.
In facing the industry-wide talent crunch, IQumulate's employee value proposition stands out. To showcase the company’s commitment to attracting the industry’s top talent, IQumulate creates a compelling case for potential candidates by offering a positive and speedy recruitment experience and thinking outside the box when it comes to candidate selection.
When asked about how other companies can replicate IQumulate’s success, Bastow noted, "listen, recognize, and invest in your employees." It's this philosophy that has propelled IQumulate Premium Funding to the forefront of the industry.
Brett Bastow and IQumulate have not only proven the company’s commitment to excellence but its capability for setting benchmarks within the industry. To learn more about Brett Bastow and IQumulate Premium Funding, click here, to watch the full interview.
IQumulate Premium Funding was awarded as the Best Insurance Companies to Work for in Australia and NZ. Read the full report here.
