The recession seems to have done little to reduce demand for top talent both in the UK and worldwide and the competition for the best people is as strong as ever. So how does a charity compete, when money cannot be the only answer? Utilising a mixture of competitive strategic salaries, a culture of reward for performance, a transparent and modern reward strategy and a strong 'non-pay' offering, Cancer Research UK remains able to attract those people it needs to perform world-leading research and run a commercially focused charity. Yet it still keeps costs to a minimum and returns a healthy percentage of revenue raised to its scientific aims.
Using modern innovative practices and engaging with a range of providers, the charity has produced a reward package that sets it apart from many in the industry…
This is a preview of a speech Jane Vivier, reward and recognition manager at Cancer Research UK, is due to give in May. Find out more about how the charity uses reward to compete for the best talent, when she speaks at the Reward & Benefits conference in London on 10-11 May 2011.
