Weak benefits disproportionately affect women. Yes or no?

likefunny
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Absolutely. Fertility, childcare, maternity leave, and even health needs for themselves.

like

Define woman

likefunny

I would disagree with this. Men also have a lot of health needs, depending on the person. They might also have families, or want one, and there is usually no paternity leave. If you are the sole provider, things like PTO make a big difference - I know that is true for any gender. But mainly I would say transgender and intersex people are most affected.

like

our firm did not even have the same paternity leave as maternity until two years ago.

like

Benefits in terms of health in this country are helping no one. You’re completely locked into a for profit system that only focuses on sickness and pharmaceuticals to treat sickness. If you want holistic care, chiropractic care, or even Eastern medicine, you’re stuck paying $1000’s a year for “health insurance” that you can’t even use.

Regarding who is harmed more, I’d say that weak benefits harm everyone equally, often times men and their families more because they are often the primary insured and carry the burden.

like

Absolutely. I think much of the pay gap and lack of women CEOs stem from the fact that most companies do not have adequate post maternity benefits or flexibility for childcare!

like

In general benefits affect women more, both ways. If they are really good, women benefit more. I think it would be great to just give people a bank of days to be used for any health-related need (family members sick, cancer treatment, mental health needs, etc) that are separate from PTO. I clearly understand the need for women to have time off after having a baby, but many people face things where having extended time off (with pay) would be a huge benefit. It’s not uncommon for a surgery to knock someone out 2-4 weeks.

Related Posts

What is the firm per diem for accenture strategy? You can spend this on travel engagements ?

like

Hi All,

How long do ppl in the US generally take leaves in December for vacation?
Only last couple of weeks or the entire month?

Planning a trip to Rome and Naples with day trips to Tivoli and Pompeii. Is 1 week enough? I feel like reading through 3/4 day Rome and 2 day Naples itineraries, the trip seems rushed. I have unlimited PTO but my SO is limited in time (but luckily he can work extra hrs and then use less PTO). I would say max we could do is 1.5 weeks but adding on 3-5 more days seems almost too much? Thoughts? For reference, I did Venice-Florence-Rome in a week and it seemed okay but it also wasn’t as planned out

like

I am in the process of IVF due to my husband's male factor infertility. I am so grateful for the benefits that EY provides and wanted to know if there is any consideration for reevaluating those benefits? We know that IVF is incredibly expensive and for some of us, having children is a top priority. Does anyone know where or how we can petition for enhanced or shared benefits? I have ideas.

like

chubb paternal leave policy?

like

Which companies & roles pay very well, hybrid work approach, and allowed unlimited pto?

like

Does this benefit cover procedures such as freezing eggs?

like

Can I take sick leave in my notice period in wipro?

like

Guys need a small help
Please let me know some details on the benefits and salary for Senior Associate position at PWC,

What should be ctc ?
Associated benefits?
YoE: ~5
Consulting division

like

Hi buddies,

Hope you all doing good. How many sick leaves were provided by cgi?? And is there any specific limit of taking sick leave with respect to financial year? Kindly clarify!

like

Is anyone from this bowl working at 6sense?

If yes, please share some info regarding work culture, Work life balance, job security and employee benefits.

Thanks in advance, fishes.

like

A friend of mine works with TCS as an Analyst, his base location is Bengaluru but he is been working from his hometown in Lucknow since the first COVID lockdown. Now he is being asked by his team to work from Ahmedabad, where his direct supervisor (manager) is working from. In this case, according to TCS talent policies, what is the procedure and the benefits that he can avail, as part of project initiated relocation? Also, how long it takes to get base location changed through HR in TCS?

funny

Hello all..
Is BA Continuum India, a subsidiary of Bank Of America ?
I don't see any official website for BA Continuum India..
How is the salary and other perks in BA Continuum
Any leads plz

like
like

Hi, anyone works at the fresenius? Especially as a dietitian position? What do you think about the company? Like benefits, insurance (I have to follow up with specialist), raise, work responsibilities, etc...? Thank you!

like
like

Kuch tareef kardo deloitte india ki .. I have heard so much negative that there is no wfb here .. planning to join this. Apart from salary what else benefits we get here like shift allowance and what about hikes ?

like

For those that work at big4, does maternity leave benefit only kick in if you’ve worked for the firm for at least a year? Or does it apply immediately?

like

Question: an employee was asked by his boss for same day turn around on responses/deliverables on a days he requested PTO. He completed the work. The manager wants to know if she can still deduct PTO time for the days requested, even though he completed work on those days. Help.

More Posts

My salary just got frozen @ 55.5k (SALT Tax, 1 year of experience). Should I start interviewing for other jobs? Worth it to stay 1 more year and “maybe” make senior? (PwC is 3 yrs to senior standard, 2 yr is early)

I have a Master’s in Accounting, and have 1 more CPA test then I’ll be done. Not sure if I have a strong enough resume to receive decent exit opportunities as a first year associate. I’m about to have busy season again and work 60,70,80,90 hour weeks at my low salary. Please advise!!

like

What’s your pay range at different firm and region/city at managing director level? I am not sure I am underpaid

like

I spent a year in tax investigations where I believe I was thriving ( I was going to be an assistant manager in July 2023), I had a lot of assistant manager jobs, I even drafted a Code 9 report to HMRC which my manager said was 80% of an actual report, he then added the 20% and submitted it.
After I realised I couldn't maintain all the unpaid overtime I was working I decided to take a turn and go to compliance, so now I work in CT compliance. I feel very surpressed.
See top comment

like

Hey all — feeling lost in the early stages of a probate case. Anyone have experience? I’m worried my uncle (executor) is taking advantage of me.

like

Could you please confirm if there is cab facility for Shollinganallur office,since I will have to WFO for 3 days in a week


Also,if cab is available,can you please share the charges for the same.

Anyone near the DC area by chance?

I’m a first year associate (almost second year). I work at a national firm and I’m not a litigator. When I started with the firm, I was told I could work out of any office. Long story short, I regret choosing the office that I chose. I’d like to transfer to another office - is that a difficult ask? I’m licensed in the state I’d like to transfer to. I don’t know how to make this request.

like

Hi All, need your advice!
How often is it okay to switch organizations? I know this is entirely specific to a particular situation /circumstance but just wanted to know, how often should one change companies, without coming into scrutiny for the same?

My situation: after working with an organization for over 7 yrs, I've switched from the next one in 1.5 yrs and about to switch again after completing 1.2 yrs in my current org.

Skill: SAP functional
YoE: 10

like

Hi all, i recently got offer from walmart as DA3, how is the org in terms of culture,wlb,work? Any relevant info would be appreciated, TIA

like
like

Hexperience...??ey can any one let me know the salary of. Automation engineer inTCS For 3.2 years

like

Hi fishes!

Looking anyone who can reffer me for SIEM / SoC l2 analyst roles in India, have experience in content development and siem implementation. 4.6 years, serving notice period.

Thanks in advance!

like

Yesterday only during their press meet they told that they have honored all the offer letters last quarter...and today itself you can see so many delaying and postponing of joining cases in this group only....there must be something very wrong or messed up.

like

How many progression grades/levels are there for a Senior in Tax service line? And what would be average pay for a senior and manager in tax?

like

I have got selected in Netcracker as Senior software engineer with 7 years of experience, Pune location.

How much salary I should ask ,my current CTC is 25 lac.

like

Can someone please give feedback on how are MSBA programs in Canada, are they considered equivalent to MS as most of them are only of 1-1.5 years?

like
like

Guys Please help me I looking for any entry level job or internship in GMS
I'm a MBA Finance graduate

Can I get any referral or help from

anybody

Thank you

like

Additional Posts in Employee Benefits

Bain & Company PPO health insurance only! Post your firm's biweekly premium (employee deduction) and whether it's employee, employee+spouse or employee+family.

Deloitte Accenture EY PwC Boston Consulting Group McKinsey & Company Bain & Company KPMG

like

Which companies & roles pay very well, hybrid work approach, and allowed unlimited pto?

like

When you finally got your CPA license how much has your salary jumped ?

like

At EY is I was reimbursed for a stationary bike 2 years ago. Would EY reimburse me for a road bike this coming year? There's a stipulation that says every 5 years but I'm not sure if that means for another stationary bike or if I can get a road bike and be reimbursed.

like

How come I have to pay $116 out of pocket for my dental exam and cleaning? Is this covered by your firm’s dental coverage plan?

likehelpful

I don't want to ask the Mck recruiter more questions. Can someone explain the differences in the Profit Sharing Retirement Plan and the Money Purchase Pension Plan? Does Mck contribute to both?

PwC 🐠 - health insurance coverage. What are the deductibles for the high-deductible plans? Still want to use the HSA. Thanks!

EY folks - how do I increase my firm group life insurance coverage (not the group universal / variable policy)? My wife’s coverage is at like 3x my salary but mine is only at 1x my starting salary from 5 years ago…

like

How does pwc’s wealth builder plan work ?

like

Has anyone successfully used an education benefit? What's the process?

Im interested buta little nervous about my firm because you have to pay up front and then get reimbursed.

like

Anyone use the Apple Card to buy iPhone on monthly installments and submit Apple statements for the cell reimbursement? Or do we have to buy phone through cell carrier?

like

Deloitte Cloud practice vs. Accenture Cloud practice. Which one is better?

like

EY folks, anyone get their Invisalign covered by insurance?

like

Interested in getting opinions on Wipflis benefits

like

I have $30 remaining in my technology subsidy. Can I use it to pay part of a purchase of an earphone set worth $200

How common is it for a firm to contribute to an HSA on an employee’s behalf, and what is the largest contribution you’ve seen that an employer gives?

like

Can you submit a climbing gym membership for a fitness expense with EY? It says extreme sports are restricted and lists rock climbing but is the climbing gym itself ok?

Company offers 200% match on the first 3% of 401k contributions, vested immediately. How is that relative to other firms?

like

Can anyone from FTI speak to their benefits? 401k match, healthcare, etc?

like

If you have a child during your first year of employment at your firm, are you eligible for the firm’s full maternity leave benefit? Or only if you have a child after your first year anniversary? TIA.

likehelpful

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal