Market Harborough Building Society has taken the next step in its commitment to supporting its colleagues’ health and wellbeing by signing the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC).
The MIMHC consists of seven co-founding firms and a growing number of signatories, which have agreed to be bound by six governing rules that encapsulate best-practice health and wellbeing guidelines.
Iain Kirkpatrick (pictured), CEO of Market Harborough Building Society, said: “Through our ‘Thrive Agenda’, we promise to help our members, colleagues, and community flourish.
“We actively promote our colleagues’ wellbeing with a variety of different initiatives.
“These include regular ‘Thrive Together’ focus days on topics including recognising vulnerability, supported by our fully accredited mental health first-aiders from across the organisation.”
He added: “Free social activities are held throughout the year to bring colleagues together to build a supportive and collaborative environment.
“In 2024, colleagues can take three days’ paid leave to volunteer and get involved in the local community.
“Signing the MIMHC is a natural next step and demonstrates our unwavering commitment to supporting our colleagues’ mental health.”
Jason Berry, co-founder of MIMHC and group sales director at Crystal Specialist Finance, said: “Market Harborough Building Society is making an important, public commitment to prioritise the best possible mental health for all its colleagues by signing the Charter.
“MIMHC is calling for systemic change across our sector to ensure far greater support is available for those in need – and this process requires both commitment and collaboration.
“By working together, we can create a more supportive and compassionate environment for everyone working in the mortgage industry.”
