It is our aim to meet the business objectives of the Company but at the same time meet the career aspirations of each member of staff.

New starters can be assured of structured support and guidance throughout their initial settling in period with a comprehensive induction programme in place.

HS is fully committed to providing support for staff wishing to study towards relevant professional qualifications. We currently have numerous staff progressing towards qualifications including PMI, QPA, RPC, AAT and CIMA. The Company provides financial backing and time off to prepare for exams. We appreciate the level of commitment and hard work required to obtain a professional qualification and, therefore, offer full support to any member of staff wishing to enhance their knowledge and expertise.

A dedicated Pensions Technical Trainer, in-house, allows for internal training courses to be provided to staff on all manner of subjects ranging from Quality, Corporate Image and Telephone Techniques to more specialised pensions training.

To complement the formal training sessions we have set up our own Learning Centre, where staff have access to a wide range of courses delivered on a Personal Computer.

Staff also have access to a Learning Centre Library which boasts a wide variety of videos and books. A television is also provided within the Learning Centre for staff to utilise.

Our commitment to staff and their development has led to our Investor in People accreditation.