Employee benefit/Frindge Benefit.benefits in kind also called perquisites, perqs or perks are various non-wage compensations provided to Employees other than salary.
They can be like::housing (employer-provided or employer-paid), group insurance (health, dental, life etc.), disability income protection, retirement benefits, daycare, tuition reimbursement, sick leave, vacation (paid and non-paid), social security, profit sharing, funding of education, and other specialized benefits
Basic thing or principle or advantage behind it is as following
There are a number of advantages to employee benefits for both employer and employee.
Employer advantages
Helps attract and retain better qualified employees.
Provides high risk coverage at low costs easing the company's financial burden.
Improves efficiency and productivity as employees are assured of security for themselves and their families.
Premiums are tax deductible as corporation expense, which means savings with quality coverage.
Employee advantages
Peace of mind leading to better productivity as employees are assured of provision for themselves and families in any mishap.
Employees with personal life insurance enjoy additional protection
Confidence in company's EB schemes boost staff morale and pride in company
Employees enjoy cheaper rates negotiated through their employer than they could obtain as an individual