Inside Nationwide Building Society: Employee Facilities and Culture

Nationwide Building Society: Workplace and Culture

Nationwide Building Society is a financial services business based in the UK. It employs about 16,000 people, and its head office is in Swindon in the South West of England. Andrea Cartwright is its Head of Organization, Effectiveness, and Resourcing.

Staff Facilities and Amenities

We provide excellent facilities for our staff. Beyond standard features like comfortable desk environments and light, airy office spaces, we offer:

• Restaurant: Open for long periods, including evening service.
• Staff Shop: Sells magazines, sweets, coffee, and various essentials.
• Fitness and Wellness: A full gym facility offering dance and aerobic classes.
• Personal Care: On-site hairdresser, visiting beautician, physiotherapist, and massage services for sports or desk-related injuries.
• Banking Services: An on-site bank branch and cash machines to assist with day-to-day personal errands.

Facility Costs

While some facilities are free, others—such as the gym, massages, or manicures—require payment. However, these are very reasonably priced because the providers do not have to pay for the building space, making them excellent value for money.

What Makes Our Workplace Different?

Having worked for various organizations, I believe we are fortunate to have a relatively new, environmentally friendly facility. A comfortable, well-designed building significantly improves the daily working experience compared to environments that are too hot, too cold, or overcrowded.

Building a Happy Workforce

Do good facilities make for a happy workforce? Yes, they do, though they are not the only factor. Upon entering our building, you feel real energy and a culture of people who get along well and genuinely believe in Nationwide.

Our Core Values: PRIDE

Throughout the building, you will see our DNA symbol, which represents our PRIDE values. These values define:

• Our purpose
• How we treat our customers
• How we treat our employees
• How we treat each other as colleagues

Ultimately, it is this culture that makes the real difference in our workplace, alongside the physical facilities provided.