Leading Edge Survey
In addition to the REMchannel remuneration benchmarking offering, we also conduct research on a range of market benefits and HR trends at varying intervals; once a year, twice a year, or every second year.
In addition to the REMchannel remuneration benchmarking offering we conduct research on a number of market trends at varying intervals; once a year, twice a year, or every second year.
- Scheme design (share options, phantom schemes, share purchase schemes)
- Quantum of share options offered per defined employee category
- Performance conditions
- Mechanisms for allocation and topping-up of share options
- Vesting periods
- Scheme rules relating to retirement, retrenchment, acquisitions, and mergers
- Changes in long-term incentive scheme design
- Governance and reporting.
Questions focus on:

- Scheme design
- Measures of performance
- Trigger points for bonus payments
- Deferral of bonus payments
- Bonus delivery mechanisms
- The Rand quantum benefits enjoyed per defined employee category
- Scheme rules relating to retirement, retrenchment, acquisitions, and mergers
- Governance and reporting.
Questions focus on:

This survey is designed to assist participants who need to determine increases and prepare for salary and wage budgets for a new financial year. It provides the latest trends on pay policies, pays increases for different employee levels, the negotiated minimum rates of pay for unionised employees, starting rates of pay for graduates, matriculants, and vacation students, as well as labour turnover trends by industry and discipline.

Every organisation aims to be an employer of choice, taking cognisance of employee wellbeing with a total reward approach that ensures the attraction, engagement and retention of key skills. The Employee Benefits Survey provides current research on statutory benefits and perks trends and practices in South Africa, including legal and tax compliance to ensure a competitive edge.

This research covers a broad section of South African organisations, giving participants access to quality benchmark information. The research enables fair remuneration for Non-Executive Directors that is aligned with the scope and liabilities of their responsibilities. We also conduct ‘snap’ surveys on relevant NED topics from time to time.

If you have very specific requirements for market research in any of the total reward or HR areas, a REMchannel Research Services consultant will obtain the brief and provide a proposal. Please request a demo and one of our consultants will contact you.

