Getting our Reward Heads Together

When Is a Difference in Pay Justified?
In the latest episode of Getting Our Reward Heads Together, Reward Heads Consulting Director Claire Williams is joined by Consulting Manager John Freeman to discuss pay differences and when they may be justified.
They discuss:
Why different pay does not automatically mean unfair pay
Factors that can help explain differences in pay
Five practical tests for assessing a pay difference
The importance of consistency, evidence and governance in pay decisions
Why organisations need to be able to clearly explain their pay decisions
A practical discussion for HR and Reward professionals considering pay equity, pay decisions and how differences in pay can be assessed and explained.
Getting Our Reward Heads Together is the podcast for HR and Reward leaders from Reward Heads. In each episode, we explore the ideas, challenges and developments shaping pay, benefits and Reward, with practical discussions around the issues facing organisations today. 

In the latest episode of Getting Our Reward Heads Together, Reward Heads CEO Victoria Milford is joined by Senior Consulting Manager Jannine Smith to discuss Reward learning and the approach behind Reward Heads’ coaching.
They discuss:
Why Reward expertise can be limited within organisations
The importance of practical learning alongside theory
How Reward decisions involve both employer and employee perspectives
How coaching can help people develop their Reward knowledge and confidence
Why Reward knowledge remains important when using tools such as AI
A practical discussion for HR and Reward professionals looking to develop their understanding of Reward and apply their learning in practice.
Getting Our Reward Heads Together is the podcast for HR and Reward leaders from Reward Heads. In each episode, we explore the ideas, challenges and developments shaping pay, benefits and Reward, with practical discussions around the issues facing organisations today.

In the latest episode of Getting Our Reward Heads Together, Reward Heads CEO Victoria Milford is joined by James Gozney, Founder and CEO of Aslan, to discuss financial wellbeing and why it is becoming an increasingly important consideration for employers.They discuss:- The financial challenges facing employees today- Practical approaches to managing debt, savings and pensions- Common financial mistakes and simple ways to avoid them- The importance of building financial confidence over time- Why financial wellbeing can support employee wellbeing and business performanceA practical discussion for HR and Reward professionals considering how financial wellbeing fits within their overall Reward strategy.Getting Our Reward Heads Together is the podcast for HR and Reward leaders from Reward Heads. In each episode, we explore the ideas, challenges and developments shaping pay, benefits and Reward, with practical discussions around the issues facing organisations today.Listen here:Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ex_gnpWRApple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/ev9c3qd8Amazon Music/Audible: https://lnkd.in/egcVQrAKPodbean: https://lnkd.in/eB4fQt4JPlayer FM: https://lnkd.in/eSrS2CmGPodchaser: https://lnkd.in/e_sH7UPfiHeartRadio: https://lnkd.in/eVQgn3sgBoomplay: https://lnkd.in/edtXH7-WListen Notes: https://lnkd.in/gWRzDJP8YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eSA3Udf2We also run online coaching courses covering a wide range of Reward topics. For more information, please follow the link below:https://lnkd.in/e6pVeMmN

In the latest episode of Getting Our Reward Heads Together, Reward Heads CEO Victoria Milford is joined by Consulting Manager Hannah Armstrong to discuss some of the Reward considerations that can arise following a merger or acquisition.
They discuss:
Why employees may have different pay and benefits arrangements following an acquisition
Some of the considerations involved in reviewing different Reward arrangements
The importance of understanding existing Reward packages before considering changes
The role of employee communication during integration
Considerations when acquisitions involve employees in different countries
A practical discussion for HR and Reward professionals considering Reward as part of a merger or acquisition.
Getting Our Reward Heads Together is the podcast for HR and Reward leaders from Reward Heads. In each episode, we explore the ideas, challenges and developments shaping pay, benefits and Reward, with practical discussions around the issues facing organisations today.

In the latest episode of Getting Our Reward Heads Together, Reward Heads CEO Victoria Milford is joined by Jannine Smith, Senior Consulting Manager, to discuss how changing work patterns are influencing employee expectations of Reward.
They discuss:
How hybrid and flexible working are changing Reward expectations
Why fairness means more than treating everyone the same
The growing importance of flexibility and personalisation
How organisations can review Reward to reflect different ways of working
Why clear communication is essential as work patterns evolve
A practical discussion for HR and Reward professionals reviewing whether their Reward approach reflects the way people work today.
 
Getting Our Reward Heads Together is the podcast for HR and Reward leaders from Reward Heads. In each episode, we explore the ideas, challenges and developments shaping pay, benefits and Reward, with practical discussions to help organisations design effective Reward strategies.
 
 
 
 

In the latest episode of Getting Our Reward Heads Together, Christina and John, Consulting Managers at Reward Heads, discuss the challenges of communicating Reward effectively across a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce.
They cover:
Why employees do not always understand their Reward package
The challenges of communicating pay, benefits and Reward to different employee groups
The important role managers play in Reward communication
How language, timing and communication channels can affect understanding
Considerations for organisations preparing for greater pay transparency
A practical discussion for HR and Reward professionals looking to improve how Reward is communicated and understood across their organisation.
Getting Our Reward Heads Together is the podcast for Reward and HR leaders, brought to you by Reward Heads. Each episode explores the ideas, challenges and innovations shaping how organisations design, deliver and talk about Reward. We’re a boutique consultancy creating bespoke solutions for our clients.
 

In the latest episode of Getting Our Reward Heads Together, Reward Heads CEO Victoria Milford is joined by Tech Sector Reward expert Richard Beeby to discuss some of the Reward challenges facing organisations in the technology sector.
 
They cover:
The pace of change in technology labour markets
Considerations when reviewing market pay data for specialist roles
Emerging skills and the challenges of benchmarking new roles
The role of pay, benefits, flexibility and equity within a total Reward approach
Balancing market competitiveness with internal consistency and sustainability
A practical discussion for HR and Reward professionals supporting technology workforces or managing specialist technical talent.
 
Getting Our Reward Heads Together is the podcast for Reward and HR leaders, brought to you by Reward Heads. Each episode explores the ideas, challenges and innovations shaping how organisations design, deliver and talk about Reward. We’re a boutique consultancy creating bespoke solutions for our clients.
 

In the latest episode of Getting Our Reward Heads Together, Jannine Smith is joined by Louise Dangerfield, Client Relationship Manager at Parallel Employee Benefits, to discuss how organisations can review their benefits offering before renewal and assess whether it continues to meet the needs of both the business and its employees.
They cover:
Why it can be useful to review benefits regularly rather than simply renewing existing arrangements
The role of employee feedback, demographics and workforce data in benefits decision-making
How benefits can be aligned with organisational objectives and employee needs
Considerations when assessing the value and utilisation of existing benefits
The importance of reviewing benefits strategy alongside costs and market developments
A practical discussion for HR and Reward professionals reviewing their benefits strategy and renewal process.
Getting Our Reward Heads Together is the podcast for Reward and HR leaders, brought to you by Reward Heads. Each episode explores the ideas, challenges and innovations shaping how organisations design, deliver and talk about Reward. We’re a boutique consultancy creating bespoke solutions for our clients.

In the latest episode of Getting Our Reward Heads Together, Reward Heads CEO Victoria Milford is joined by Consulting Manager John Freeman to discuss pay compression and the impact of rising National Minimum Wage rates on pay structures in sectors such as hospitality and retail. 
They cover:
What pay compression means in practice
How National Minimum Wage increases can affect pay differentials
The impact on supervisors, long-serving employees and frontline roles
Approaches to reviewing pay structures and progression pathways
Considerations for organisations managing Reward and retention pressures
A practical discussion for HR and Reward professionals reviewing pay structures and frontline Reward approaches.
Getting Our Reward Heads Together is the podcast for Reward and HR leaders, brought to you by Reward Heads. Each episode explores the ideas, challenges and innovations shaping how organisations design, deliver and talk about Reward. We’re a boutique consultancy creating bespoke solutions for our clients.

Does your organisation really have a Reward philosophy — or just a collection of initiatives?
 
In the latest episode of Getting Our Reward Heads Together, Reward Heads CEO Victoria Milford and Consulting Manager Hannah Armstrong explore why a clear Reward philosophy is the foundation of effective pay, benefits, recognition and performance strategy.
 
They discuss:
What a Reward philosophy actually is
Why it links Reward to culture and business goals
The role it plays in transparency and fairness
How it supports attraction, retention and engagement
Why many organisations still don’t have a documented philosophy
 
A short, practical conversation for HR and Reward professionals reviewing the foundations of their Reward strategy.