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In this article, we’ll dive into the pay-for-performance model and talk about the different ways it could transform your organisation. Along the way, we’ll highlight some potential pitfalls to watch out for and share our tips for building a compensation strategy that inspires your team to excel. 

Here’s everything you need to know, including key requirements, potential challenges, and the steps your HR department needs to take to ensure compliance. 

What do employees want? Fair pay and benefits. When do they want it? Now. 

In particular, we wanted to shed light on how companies are defining their salary increase budgets in 2025 (and how that compares to previous years). Read on for our key findings. 

As companies look to create equitable workplaces, here’s what recent progress around the gender pay gap UK 2025 has looked like, including the current state of play, key factors to consider, and how HR professionals can work on closing the gap, for good.

In this article, we’ll discuss the differences between fixed and variable compensation, including the advantages of each and our advice on how to strike the right balance. 

Research suggests that pay equity — paying employees fairly regardless of their race, gender or background — might be even more important. 

Here’s everything you need to know about why salary surveys are so important, plus how to get them right. 

Keep reading to learn how transparency around the compensation review process can be beneficial to both you and your employees. 

When employees feel valued, satisfaction and improved performance follow. That means getting pay transparency right is a big deal. Ready to know how it’s done? 

Knowing which solution is the right one for your company can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve outlined five of the top choices, including key features, pricing, and usability. 

In our view, both internal and external equity are crucial factors that should shape every company’s compensation strategy. Read our full guide to learn more. 

Performance reviews are usually conducted by managers… who are only human, after all. That means there’s a big risk of bias of all types creeping into the review process. We’ll discuss what you can do about it in this article. 

While you can’t get away from these conversations, you can make them easier on both you and your reports. In this article, we’ll share five sample scripts to help you navigate pay discussions as a manager, plus everything you need to put your own script together. 

In this article, we’ll share five signs that it could be time to run a compensation analysis — plus a quick step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process. 

But what’s the best way to do this? In this article, we’ll discuss the merits of offering employees a long-term pay increase vs. an annual bonus. 

Communicating about these changes is a task that usually falls on managers and team leaders — but most receive little to no training on how to have these conversations effectively. Read on for everything you need to know to communicate clearly about off-cycle compensation adjustments. 

While it may not be possible to fully stamp out unconscious bias, there are some things you can do to mitigate its impact on compensation decisions — we’ll explore some key strategies in this article. 

What happens when reduced budgets and harsh market conditions mean you simply don’t have the funds to hand out pay increases? In this article, we’ll explore seven creative alternatives to help you show appreciation when a pay bump isn’t on the table. 

In today’s article, we’ll talk about how employers can use one of the most powerful tools in their belt — compensation — to drive DEI outcomes.

In this article, we’ll explore all of the benefits equity compensation could bring to your business, some key considerations to keep in mind, plus some of the different types of employee equity plans you could put together. 

In this article, we’ll explore how you can keep salary negotiations as fair as possible — and hopefully land on a number that works for both you and your new hire. 

In this article, we’ll explore some compelling reasons why asking candidates about their salary history might not be a good idea. We’ll also talk about what will change in Europe once the EU pay transparency directive comes into effect. 

The simple answer is: it depends. The perfect structure for your company might be a disaster to another business — and vice versa. In this article, we’ll explore three approaches to creating salary bands, plus our advice on choosing the right structure for your organisation. 

In this article, we’ll discuss some of the reasons why employees end up being paid above or below their salary band — and what you can do about it. 

Companies sometimes create salary bands for positions that don’t exist yet, based on their future hiring goals. However, it’s much more common to create salary bands for the roles you already have, and then add new ones over time. We’ll take you through that process in this article.

Lucky for you, we’ve put together a comprehensive checklist to help you break the process down into manageable steps — read on to learn everything you need to know to create your salary bands.

In this article, we’ll dive into exactly why salary bands are the key to ensuring equitable pay — plus why that matters so much in 2024.

In this article, we’ll share six steps you can take to get your company leadership just as excited about pay transparency as you are — and make sure you’re ready for compliance when the directive comes into play.

Long story short: European companies need to start preparing now if they want to meet the requirements of the pay transparency directive by the implementation date in June 2026 — read on to learn how. 

In this article, we’ll explore what joint pay assessments are, when they’ll be needed, and what companies can do to prepare. 

In this article, we’ll share five of the most common challenges businesses face when conducting salary benchmarking, plus our tips on how to overcome them.

In this article, we’ll discuss some of the practical resources you can put in place to help your employees, plus the effects that widespread financial stress can have on an organisation. 

Read on to find out about the current state of pay equity and transparency in Germany, including the laws that employers have to follow. We’ll also share some insights from our friends at Personio.

By comparing your salaries with the market median for each role, you can ensure your pay is fair and competitive — and keep top talent around for longer. 

Here’s everything you need to know about the compensation strategy that has the potential to revolutionize your approach to fairer pay. 

Forward-thinking organisations are basing their recruitment and talent acquisition strategies around something more concrete: salary benchmarking tools. These tools offer access to data-driven insights into compensation trends and market competitiveness that help organisations stay on top of their game. Here’s how it’s done. 

In this article, we’ll discuss some of the biggest barriers standing in these companies’ way — and how to overcome them. 

In this article, we’ll look at how this software can transform the pay review cycle, plus the benefits and features you should look out for. 

In this article, we’ll share our tips for effectively managing your employees’ expectations around pay, so there are no nasty surprises once compensation review season rolls around. 

This transparency doesn’t just help organizations stand out in a crowded market — but helps create an equitable company culture where fairness and trust are at the very heart of your business. Here’s how to get it right.

Did you catch our recent webinar series on maintaining and sharing salary bands? If not, don’t worry — we’ll be sharing some of the key takeaways from the two 90-minute sessions in this article.

In this article, we’ve explored why compensation management should be a priority — and how to get it right.

In this article, we’ll talk about some of the situations when you might need to make off-cycle adjustments to an employee’s compensation. We’ll also run through some of the risks of mishandling this process, and provide our tips for keeping things fair and efficient.

We’re on a mission to make things easier — which is why we’ve developed a our salary benchmarking and our compensation review modules.

In this article, we’ll take you through some of the different types of pay transparency legislation that’s in place in different countries — plus how the EU directive will shake things up in Europe. 

In this article, we’ll share our tips for delivering bad news about compensation in a way that shows employees the respect and empathy they deserve — without compromising your position as a manager. 

Our CEO and Founder Virgile Raingeard recently teamed up with Andrea Fort, Talent Acquisition Team Lead at Factorial, to host a webinar on how businesses can prepare for the pay transparency era. Read on for some key highlights from the event. 

We’ve put together this guide to help HR teams foster positive, productive relationships with unions, and achieve positive outcomes for everyone involved.

What’s holding employers back? In this article, we’ll discuss the pros and cons of including salary in your job descriptions — plus how the EU pay transparency directive will affect things. 

Many managers don’t feel equipped to talk confidently about pay, because they’re unfamiliar with the ins and outs of their organisation’s compensation structure. That’s why we decided to put together this article which will explain everything you need to know to have constructive, positive compensation conversations with your team

The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is a new piece of legislation that will impact around 50,000 companies in the EU and beyond. And for some organisations, this impact could hit as early as next year. 

Clearly, gender pay gap reporting alone is not enough to solve this problem. In this article, we’ll discuss how companies can go beyond mandatory gender pay gap reporting to build an inclusive workplace that works for their female employees — with help from our friends at Flexa. 

How often should you be carrying out compensation reviews? Below, we’ll share some insights from our latest compensation review survey — plus the inside scoop on how we do things at Figures. 

Because they’ll be open to a lot more scrutiny, employers will have to be 100% sure that their compensation systems are fair and unbiased — and that starts with the compensation review process.

In this article, we’ll discuss the importance of considering market adjustments when you run your next compensation review — plus some tips for doing it fairly and efficiently.

Should you pay everyone the same salary regardless of where they live — or should you be taking the cost of living into consideration? And what about the extra costs to your company represented by onsite workers vs. their remote colleagues? 

Read on to find out more about our new compensation review module. 

To get the lowdown, we caught up with Agnès Chauvigny, our VP People and internal HR expert extraordinaire — read on to find out what’s been going on behind the scenes at Figures. 

At Figures, we aim to help every employer deliver fair, equitable pay. That’s why we’ve decided to dive into our data and explore the current gender pay gap in Europe — plus how the figures compare to 2023.

That means getting compensation management performance right is one of HR’s most important objectives. Here’s everything you need to know about how to maximise this element of HR. 

One of the most essential parts of the compensation review process is defining your budget. And exactly what this process looks like is different for every organisation, because your overall compensation philosophy should underpin it. That said, there are some guidelines and standard practices that most companies abide by — read on to learn more. 

In this article, we’ll dive into the link between company culture and the compensation review process — with a little help from our friends at Mo, an employee reward and recognition platform in the UK.

Find the perfect HR system integration for your company to boost efficiency and conquer challenges. Uncover the best options for you now!

In this article, we’ll discuss ten of the most common mistakes that companies make in the compensation review process. If you see yourself in any of the below, don’t panic — but do scroll to the end to find out how we can help you. 

In this post, we’ll share some of the most important reasons to conduct regular compensation reviews — plus what they actually mean for your business. 

Here’s everything you need to know about incentive compensation management and its positive effects on employee morale and performance.

Read on for our full guide to pay transparency in France — including how things will change once the directive comes into play.

In this article, we’ll take you through everything you need to know to set up a robust, scalable compensation strategy that works for your organisation. 

Find out more about why compensation matters, how to get it right, plus how to keep up with the evolving trends in this space.

That’s why many companies are now choosing to use compensation management software. Discover more about compensation software — from the key features to look for to the benefits it can bring to your company, and how to choose the platform that’s right for your company’s needs. 

Here’s everything you need to know about performance management. From what your framework should include to how to link performance and compensation, we’ve got it all covered.

Most recently, we caught up with Andy Mulder, whose career highlights include helping his former employer, MVF, to achieve the top spot on the Sunday Times’ Best Companies to Work For list. Impressive stuff! 

Read on for our full guide to earned wage access.

If they’re not handled correctly, transparent pay policies can have a lot of unintended consequences. In particular, we’re going to dive into the link between pay transparency and salary compression. 

It’s also a good opportunity for HR teams to reflect on mental health across their organisations — and how they can support employees throughout the winter and beyond.

In this article, we’ll dive into everything you need to know about executive compensation, including the legislation you need to be aware of and our top tips for getting it right.

In this article, we’ll take you through the process step by step, so you can go into your analysis feeling prepared and ready to banish pay inequity from your organisation once and for all.

Although they’re definitely related, they have different meanings — and it’s important to understand them if we want a chance at dismantling the gender pay gap. 

While we’re all excited at the prospect of a fairer compensation landscape in Europe, we don’t want to neglect our neighbours across the Channel. That’s why today’s blog post is dedicated to exploring the state of pay transparency in the UK.

In this article, we’ll share seven key reasons why managers should care about salary benchmarking data, as well as some best practices for using it the right way. 

From why salary benchmarking matters to how it can help you meet regulations like the EU Pay Transparency Directive and how to implement this compensation strategy successfully, here’s everything you need to know. 

Get the best insights from our latest webinar about the pay transparency directive and its implications on compensation.

By the end of this article, you’ll be equipped with five key compensation metrics to start tracking this year, setting you on the path to compensation success. 

In this article, we’ll take a deep dive into what really matters to each generation of employees. By the end, you’ll have all the information you need to build a benefits programme that works for every single member of your team, whether they’re 21 or 81. 

As part of our series of interviews with HR and comp & ben leaders around the world, we recently sat down with Halina Ellis, Global Compensation & Benefits Manager at CRC Evans.

We’ve put together this guide to help HR teams banish burnout in 2024 — so they can continue to support their organisations through whatever challenges the next 12 months bring. 

The fact is, there are all sorts of reasons why your pay systems might not be as fair as you think they are — we’ll discuss some of the most common ones in this article.

Before the end of the year, we wanted to share our thoughts about the biggest trends that are likely to have an impact in 2024. 

We’ve recently been chatting with HR and people leaders to hear their thoughts on the world of HR and compensation. And we were super stoked to catch up with our recent guest, Hatty Choudhury. 

Explore everything you need to know about pay transparency in this comprehensive guide by Figures. Stay informed and lead with transparency in your organization

Used alongside salary benchmarking and salary bands, knowing how to decode the compa-ratio calculation is a key way to ensure your compensation strategy is fair, transparent, and objective. Here’s everything you need to know.

But why has it become such an important cornerstone of HR, and how do you benchmark a salary in the first place? Let’s find out. 

In this article, we’ll dive into the different ways that AI can be used to enhance and improve compensation practices — including how we use it in our own product. We’ll also chat about the risks and challenges involved, and share some advice for fair and responsible AI use. ‍

Salary bands have the potential to drive pay equity, attract and retain talent, plus boost employee performance.So why aren’t all companies using salary bands yet? 

Read on for our full guide to long-term incentive plans and what they could look like at your organisation. 

Many companies are thinking hard about how they can get the most out of their salary increase budget. So here’s the big question: do you need to give every employee who gets a promotion a raise as well as a change in job title? 

Let’s look at the OTE salary meaning in more detail, including how it’s calculated and why knowing how it works matters. 

Explore key trends in and compensation with Aaisha Knights-Ihediwa, Chief People Officer at LMAX Group. Discover insights on industry challenges and future outlooks.

Discover how Figures' Compensation Management Software revolutionizes HR strategies. Enhance pay equity, streamline processes, and boost employee satisfaction.