Des Moines, IA (April 13, 2023) – ARAG participated in Gallagher’s 2022 U.S. Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey and was identified as an organization that excelled in optimizing employee and organizational wellbeing. ARAG was recognized for its comprehensive framework for strategically investing in benefits, compensation and employee communication to support the health, financial security and career growth of its employees at a sustainable cost structure. Designations like Gallagher’s Best-in-Class Employer help current and potential team members understand and appreciate an organization’s workplace culture and people strategy – important differentiators as employers compete for talent in a tight labor market.
“We’re honored to be recognized as a Gallagher Best-in-Class Employer. We work hard to support our team members – both at work and home – by offering a flexible work environment, great benefits and professional development opportunities,” said David Murray, CEO of ARAG Legal Insurance.
A U.S. Best-in-Class Employer, ARAG was assigned points based on its relative performance in:
- Planning horizons for the benefits and compensation strategies
- Extent of their wellbeing strategy
- Turnover rate for full-time equivalents (FTEs)
- Completion of a workforce engagement survey
- Use of an HR technology strategy and its level of sophistication
- Difference in healthcare costs over the prior year
- Use of a communication strategy
“ARAG was recognized as a U.S. Best-in-Class Employer because of how they approach organizational priorities with a long-term outlook; provide high-quality, high-value benefits; and build and solidify a strong organizational culture through their communications,” said William F. Ziebell, CEO of Gallagher's Benefits & HR Consulting Division “In doing so, ARAG invests in the whole employee by providing distinct and relevant wellbeing resources that will attract and retain talent.”
About ARAG
ARAG Legal Insurance (ARAGlegal.com) is the leading legal insurer worldwide. The company’s North American headquarters are based in Des Moines, Iowa. ARAG connects people with affordable and reliable legal counsel for everyday life needs. The company has an international premium base of more than $2 billion and protects 26.3 million individuals and their families — worldwide. For more news and information about ARAG visit ARAGlegal.com.
About the Best-in-Class Benchmarking Analysis
Gallagher's U.S. Best-in-Class Benchmarking Analysis profiles statistically significant attributes of top-performing midsize (100-999 FTEs) and large employers (1,000 or more FTEs). Data from Gallagher’s 2022 U.S. Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey was interpreted to identify participants that excel in optimizing employee and organizational wellbeing. To learn more about the report and the qualifying criteria, download the Best-in-Class Benchmarking Analysis.
About Gallagher
Gallagher (NYSE:AJG), a global insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services firm, is headquartered in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Gallagher provides these services in approximately 130 countries around the world through its owned operations and a network of correspondent brokers and consultants.