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Supporting our team with a REAL living wage

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Jess, Nicole, Molly and Isla

We are proud to have been accredited as a Real Living Wage employer. Actually, it happened over a month ago… but turns out we have neglected to let you all know!

So, what is the Real Living Wage?

The real Living Wage is the only UK wage rate based on the cost of living. Unlike the set minimum wage which is compulsory, it is a higher amount, voluntarily paid by UK businesses who believe their staff deserve a wage which meets everyday needs, not just the basics.

We are in good company too, alongside other “employee first” businesses, from independent Norfolk businesses, all the way through to whopping big household names such as Nationwide, LUSH, and Chelsea FC.

Why did we decide to support the initiative?

Nicole, Nu Image’s Operations Director explains.

“The decision to become a Real Living Wage employee, to be honest, was not a difficult one. We as businesses are not the only ones feeling the pressure of rising costs, of course our staff are too. Ultimately our employees are the heart of our company, and it is important that we take the steps we can to support them, by ensuring everyone is fairly paid and able to afford to live without being concerned about not being able to pay for unexpected costs. In real terms we have delivered above and beyond the living wages across all staff, with average pay rises over the past year sitting at 17%. We are committed to support and invest in our people.”

Come on, let’s share the love.

 If you are a business interested in joining the scheme, you can find out more information about the Real Living Wage scheme here; https://www.livingwage.org.uk/accredited-living-wage-employers – you can check out our logo up in lights too if you search for Nu Image.

Interested in joining the team?

We have some great opportunities available right now. If you are interested in joining our digital marketing agency then head over to our about page for a round up of our latest vacancies. 

Author

Nicole Howes

Director

Published author, ghost writer and editor, Nicole has a fair few roles in her repertoire. As co-director, she’s never afraid to challenge the status quo. Over the years, Nicole has worked as our brand content consultant and chief copywriter for a range of B2B and B2C clients. She loves getting clients to dig deeper and uncover what makes their brand shine. More than once, she’s moved a client with her words, capturing the why behind their business so perfectly that it gives them a fresh confidence in what they do. Fair warning though - you’ll often come away from a chat with Nicole with a fire in your belly.

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