Last update: 07/04/2022

Our goal is to be among the companies with the healthiest employees in the world. Our BeHealthy initiative encourages our employees to have healthful habits not just at work but everywhere.

A bank’s health is usually associated with higher profits and brand value. But a bank needs to look after its employees’ health and well-being, too, in order to achieve its targets and grow.  

85 % of employees

say Santander has the right measures in place to make sure they stay healthy and safe.¹

85 % of employees

say Santander has the right measures in place to make sure they stay healthy and safe.¹

1. 2021 Global engagement survey results

Santander wants its employees to lead a healthful lifestyle at work and beyond. Years ago, we came up with BeHealthy, our global health and wellness programme. Its four themes are Be self-aware (by checking basic health indicators), Be active (by doing the right type of exercise), Be balanced (by maintaining stability and well-being) and Eat better (“you are what you eat”).

Workshops to promote healthful habits

Aside from the awareness programme, every year we organize workshops as part of our BeHealthy Week. Over several days, employees learn the benefits of healthful habits in seminars about nutrition, exercise, illness prevention and emotional stability. Some involve visits to Santander Group City’s Fruit and Vegetable Processing Centre, first aid classes and online hangouts to share best practices. 

Santander is convinced that a healthy lifestyle helps boost resolve, generates positive energy at the workplace and strengthens social bonds. A healthy team is no doubt happier, more committed and more productive. It’s a win-win for everyone.

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