Solus benefits and more
Why join Solus?
At Solus, we don’t just offer a job — we offer a chance to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team that truly cares about your well-being. We believe in taking care of our people and providing them with the resources to thrive, both personally and professionally. That's why we've designed a range of benefits that go beyond the basics, ensuring that you have everything you need to live your best life, achieve your goals, and feel supported every step of the way.
Here’s a glimpse into the benefits that await you as part of the Solus team:
Financial benefits
Annual performance bonus
At Solus, we believe in recognising and rewarding the exceptional efforts of our high-performing colleagues. Each year, we celebrate their achievements with our annual performance bonus, acknowledging their dedication and outstanding contributions.
Solus pension – invest in your future
Our Aviva Pension Scheme helps you build long-term financial security. With salary sacrifice, you can reduce your tax and National Insurance contributions, while we match your contributions starting at 4%, increasing up to 7.5% after five years.
Save As You Earn (SAYE) share scheme
Our SAYE share scheme allows you to save each month and buy discounted Aviva shares, opening once a year to offer potential for future growth.
Refer a friend
One of our core values is community. That's why we offer a referral bonus to colleagues who bring talented friends into our team.
Long service awards
We deeply value our colleagues and their dedication. We proudly recognise and celebrate our long-serving team members with Long Service Awards.
Death in service benefit
In the event of death in service, your dependants will receive a tax-free lump sum equivalent to three times your basic salary through our Death in Service Claim Policy.
Additional Life Assurance
Looking for extra peace of mind? You can choose additional life assurance cover to help protect your loved ones financially, providing added security for your family when they need it most.
Partner Life Assurance
Support the people who matter most by choosing optional cover for your partner. In the event of their passing, you'll receive a tax-free lump sum to help ease financial pressures during a difficult time.
Group Income Protection
If you're unable to work due to long-term illness or injury, our income protection benefit can provide financial support alongside rehabilitation services, helping you focus on your recovery with confidence.
Critical Illness Insurance
Life can be unpredictable. You can choose critical illness cover that provides a tax-free lump sum if you're diagnosed with a covered condition, helping to relieve financial worries so you can focus on getting better.
Matching Shares Plan
If you'd like to invest in your future, you can choose to buy Aviva shares through payroll. We'll match eligible shares, helping you build your investment over time.
Mortgage Advice Service
As a Solus colleague, you can benefit from free access to expert mortgage advice service. Whether you're buying your first home, moving house or remortgaging, they will help you find a mortgage solution that works for you.
Exclusive Discounts
Enjoy savings of up to 70% on shopping, leisure, and more with Extras. From everyday essentials to luxury treats, you can access exclusive discounts.
Insurance Perks
As part of the team, you’ll receive discounts on various Aviva insurance products up to 40%, including home, life, and health insurance, which is a great benefit.
Health and well-being
Standard holiday allowance
At Solus, we understand the importance of taking time off to recharge. That’s why we offer a generous holiday offering with a standard full time holiday balance of 33 days including bank holidays.
Flexible holiday options
With Holiday Trading, you can buy or sell up to five holiday days, helping you create a work-life balance that fits your personal needs.
Support for carers
If you balance work with caregiving, you can access resources through our partnership with Jointly by Carers UK. This free app helps you coordinate care, manage commitments, and find support to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Private Medical Benefit
Choose from a range of private medical cover options, giving you faster access to diagnosis, treatment and specialist care, with more control over your healthcare when you need it most.
Dental Insurance
You can choose dental insurance to help cover the cost of routine and restorative treatments. Cover can also be extended to your partner and children for added peace of mind.
Cycle to Work
If cycling is for you, choose a bike and accessories through our Cycle to Work scheme. Save on tax and National Insurance while spreading the cost over 12 months, interest-free.
Work-life balance
Aviva Digicare+
Access Aviva’s Digicare+ app, which helps detect, manage, and prevent physical and mental health challenges.
Annual Health Check
Digital GP – up to six sessions a year for you or your family
Second Medical Opinion
Mental Health Consultations – up to six per year, plus an additional six bereavement consultations
Nutritional Consultations – up to six per year
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Our EAP service offers confidential support for all employees. Including counselling and support, budget calculator, guidance on childcare, finance, relationships, retirement, health, and bereavement
24/7 availability via phone and online
Wellbeing App
We provide access to a wellbeing app that offers simple, effective, evidence-based tools designed to improve mental wellbeing. It provides clinically effective techniques and cognitive behavioural therapy methods to screen for and help self-manage stress triggers, retrain unhelpful thoughts, and learn relaxation techniques. This app can assist you in better managing mental health conditions.
Peace of Mind
At Solus, we understand that sometimes the worst happens. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes sick pay and leave for unexpected situations ensuring our employees are supported through all circumstances. We are committed to fostering a supportive and caring work environment for our team.
Travel Insurance
You can choose comprehensive travel insurance for year-round protection, giving you peace of mind on UK and overseas leisure trips. Cover can also be extended to your partner and children.
