Asking for a salary increase can be a nerve-wracking moment for an employee, so it is important to take the time to plan a professional approach and consider how to deal with the outcome. Being a fair and benevolent employer isn’t easy either, as you have the responsibility of managing clinic budgets while at the same time trying to incentivise your team. This practical guide includes tips for both employees and employers who are dealing with a request for a pay rise.
As an employee, you may reach a stage in your career where you have developed your skill and increased your level of responsibility to the point where you feel you are worth a higher rate of pay. If you’ve exceeded your targets, you’ve proved yourself to be a fantastic team player, and you’ve worked hard to ensure all patients leave the clinic delighted, then the time may be right to discuss your earnings.
In the UK, there is no legal requirement for employers to give their employees an annual pay rise in line with inflation, unless an employee is paid the national minimum wage or national living wage…
