Health insurance is fast becoming one of the most valued employee benefits in Ireland. However, with rising costs, reduced coverage on certain plans, and frequent plan retirements, many employers are finding it increasingly difficult to navigate the market and maintain competitive healthcare benefits schemes.
At LHK Group, we have seen a significant increase in demand from HR professionals and decision makers seeking expert guidance. In response, we have launched a new healthcare benefits offering as part of our Group Scheme to support our corporate clients.
Why Healthcare Benefits Matter
Health insurance is no longer a “nice to have.” It’s a core component of a company’s Employee Value Proposition (EVP), influencing recruitment, retention, and overall employee satisfaction. As expectations rise, HR leaders are under pressure to deliver benefits that are both cost-effective and meaningful. National initiatives like the Healthy Workplace Framework reinforce the importance of creating supportive, health-focused work environments.
Challenges Facing Employers
- Escalating premiums and reduced plan value
- Lack of flexibility in existing schemes
- Limited employee understanding and engagement
- Difficulty comparing and selecting the right provider (over 340 plans)
Our Healthcare Advisory Offering
Our new service is designed to simplify the process and deliver measurable value. We offer:
- Scheme Reviews: Identify inefficiencies, enhance benefits, and improve value
- New Scheme Design: Tailored advice for companies introducing healthcare for the first time
- Expanded Benefits: Options including dental, vision, cash plans & wellness
- Tiered Structures: Align benefits with employee levels to support retention
- Webinars: Educational sessions for HR teams and employees
- Direct Access to Experts: No call centres; just experienced advisors
Benefits for Your Organisation
- Avoid unnecessary costs if still on dated cover
- Ensure you’re on the most up-to-date version of your plan
- Cost containment measures to avoid over-exposure to medical inflation
- Optimise your healthcare offering (discounts, concessions, wellness programs)
- Improve employee satisfaction
- Maximise understanding and utilisation of all healthcare benefits
- Strengthen recruitment and retention strategies
- Navigate market complexity with confidence
Why choose LHK?
- One advisory firm for all your insurance, wealth management, pensions, investments, employee benefits, and mortgage needs
- Expert team with deep knowledge of the Irish market. We aim to be best in class, every time
- 25,000+ clients nationwide across a broad range of industries including hospitality, agri-food, renewable energy, healthcare, retail, construction, food & beverage and professional services
- Independently owned, agile and responsive
- Local offices, local people. Proud supporters of local community initiatives
- Transparent fee structures and impartial advice
- Proud members of the Family Business Network, Guaranteed Irish, Unison Steadfast and the Worldwide Broker Network
Conclusion
Whether you’re reviewing an existing scheme or considering healthcare benefits for the first time, our advisory team is here to help. We provide clear, practical advice tailored to your business needs.
To learn more or arrange a consultation, get in touch with our Employee Benefits Team today. You can learn more about our range of Group Risk Benefits here.
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