We Are Group

Business
IT Services and IT Consulting

Team
251-200 employees

Location
Coventry, England

At We Are Group, we wanted to offer an employee benefit that people would actually use and that also aligned with our values. The Electric Car Scheme fits perfectly.

— Rebecca Clake, Head of People at We Are Group

We Are Group is a social impact company dedicated to ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to thrive and succeed, regardless of their circumstances. They empower individuals to take control of their lives and drive positive change. This is achieved by offering access to training, advice, and guidance by managing large-scale, community-led programs for various organisations. Key projects include the Windrush Compensation Service, HMCTS Digital Support Service, and Home Office UK Visas and Immigration Support.

In keeping with their mission and values, We Are Group sought to provide employee benefits that resonate with their commitment to social impact and sustainability. Partnering with The Electric Car Scheme aligns perfectly with these goals. At The Electric Car Scheme, we aim to make driving electric cars the most affordable and straightforward option, as many people are currently constrained by cost and lack of information. Through salary sacrifice, employees can save between 30-60% on any electric car by reducing their salary in exchange for an EV as a benefit, making it a more accessible option. 

Hear from Rebecca Clake, Head of People are We Are Group about her experience implementing The Electric Car Scheme.

“At We Are Group, we wanted to offer an employee benefit that people would actually use and that also aligned with our values. The Electric Car Scheme fits perfectly. By introducing this scheme, we help our employees reduce their carbon footprint by switching from petrol or diesel to electric cars. Additionally, it takes advantage of government tax incentives, making it a cost-effective benefit that encourages participation.

Initially, I was concerned that setting up a scheme like this would be complicated and costly for the company. However, I was pleasantly surprised by how simple the process was. The reporting provided by The Electric Car Scheme is extremely helpful, making my job easier month by month. They offer automated monthly payroll, HMRC, and climate reporting, which aids in compliance, HR, and finance. A major advantage is that there is no net cost to the business. Their fee is equivalent to the tax savings, so implementing the scheme is cost-neutral.

We were also worried about potential risks, such as the company facing fines if a car needed to be returned early. However, The Electric Car Scheme offers Complete Risk Protection. This reassured us that We Are Group, as an employer, is protected from day one. If we need to make redundancies, dismiss an employee, or handle employee resignation, long-term sickness, or family-friendly leave, we can do so without incurring fees.”