Wave Community Bank are proud to announce our new employee partnership with Hastings Borough Council – a collaboration that reflects our commitment to building financially stronger communities across East Sussex, Kent, Medway, and the London Borough of Bexley.
About Hastings Borough Council
Hastings Borough Council serves as the local authority for Hastings & St Leonards in East Sussex, playing a crucial role in shaping the community. Charged with overseeing essential services – from housing and planning to waste management and leisure, – the Council ensures that residents receive the support they need. Its dedicated workforce not only makes strategic decisions but also delivers day-to-day services that enhance the quality of life throughout Hastings & St Leonards.
A Partnership Built on Shared Values
Working alongside Hastings Borough Council we are excited to support the financial wellbeing of their workforce. This collaboration enables the council’s employees to benefit from our Workplace Savings Scheme, Chorus, which offers affordable loans, ethical savings options, and a range of financial education resources. Through payroll deductions, staff can effortlessly access these valuable financial services, empowering them to make confident, informed decisions and become finically more resilient.
“We are delighted to be partnering with Wave Community Bank to offer our employees access to the Chorus Workplace Savings Scheme. Supporting the financial wellbeing of our staff is a key priority, and this initiative provides a simple, accessible way for them to build financial resilience”. said Verna Connolly, Head of People and Business Support at Hastings Borough Council.
Strengthening Our Community Together
Our partnership with Hastings Borough Council is more than a service offering – it’s a shared commitment to strengthening our local communities. By joining forces with Wave Community Bank, organisations in our region can provide their teams with the financial support they need to thrive. With Chorus, your organisation can help build a brighter, more resilient financial future for employees, all while contributing to the overall economic strength of our community.
Introducing Chorus: A Completely Free, Value-Added Benefit
We’re especially proud to highlight that Chorus is entirely free to introduce into your organisation. This means that any organisation located in East Sussex, Kent, Medway, or the London Borough of Bexley can offer this innovative workplace savings scheme to their staff – at no cost. It’s a straightforward, ethical solution designed to help everyone take a step towards greater financial security.
Join Us in Making a Difference
We believe that by partnering with local organisations like Hastings Borough Council, we are investing in the future of our community. We invite other organisations in our service areas to consider how integrating Chorus into your employee benefits can contribute to a financially empowered and resilient community.
For more information on how to introduce Chorus at your organisation please visit our Save With Chorus website or email jason.smith@wavecb.org.uk
Together, we’re creating a path to financial wellbeing – one community member at a time.