A German multinational company, Beiersdorf provides worldwide support for employees facing life-threatening illnesses.
Key highlights
- Skincare company is introducing a global policy to support employees with critical illnesses
- One-year job security and 100% salary compensation
- Global minimum standards, irrespective of the local social security system
As part of the initiative, the company will provide a one-year job guarantee to its employees worldwide and 100% salary continuation following the diagnosis of a life-threatening illness, as outlined in its new global Critical Illness Policy.
“Still, too many employees do not disclose in their workplace that they are critically ill,” says Nicola Lafrentz, Board Member and Labor Director.
“With our policy, we show our employees that we are there for them in these challenging times and in moments that matter. Through internal awareness programs and training, we are committed to removing any associated stigma that often comes with being diagnosed with a critical illness”, Nicola Lafrentz added.
All employees in the Consumer Business Segment worldwide are entitled to the following Benefits:
- Job security and financial stability: Beiersdorf will secure the job for employees diagnosed with a critical illness and pay their full salary for up to one year. The company will supplement any existing payments from social insurance programs or national health systems.
- Bereavement leave: In case of the loss of a close family member, employees will receive up to ten additional days of bereavement leave.
- Compassionate leave for caregivers: Employees in a primary caregiver role for a critically ill immediate family member (e.g., partner, children, parents, siblings) will receive up to ten days of additional leave in the first year after the diagnosis.
- Workplace accommodations and reintegration support: Affected employees will develop, together with their direct manager and the HR department, solutions to make their work routine easier. This could include flexible work arrangements or special office equipment. After a prolonged absence, a tailored reintegration plan will be developed based on the employee’s current capacity and readiness for work.
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