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COMPENSATION-STRATEGY5 MIN READ

Commit to One Exception Audit

Commit to auditing one compensation exception for evidence, authority, and peer impact.

Audit one compensation exception before it is approved off-cycle raise, retention counteroffer, sign-on exception, range-max base increase, or promotion adjustment An off-cycle raise above $10,000 is requested for a high performer before a competing offer deadline. A sign-on bonus exception is requested because a candidate has relocation costs and a higher competing offer. A manager asks to move an employee above range maximum after an outstanding review. A promotion adjustment creates possible compression with peers in the new level. For [exception], before approval I will check [market or scope evidence], [peer impact], [budget source], and [approval authority]. If [missing evidence]…

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