Michael Rose is an author, speaker and independent reward consultant based in London, UK. He was formerly the Vice-President of reward at the CIPD, and has held a number of senior reward management positions, such as the Director of Total Reward for Aon Corporation and Head of Reward Management for TSB Bank plc. A regular international conference speaker, he has also appeared on radio and TV commenting on reward issues and has written a number of books and articles on the topic.
"This book is hands-down one of the leading sources of insight and
best practice on Reward and related issues that a Human Resource
professional at any stage of their experience can turn to. Michael
is an accomplished and remarkably progressive thinker across the
spectrum of Total Reward and it is of immense benefit to the sector
that he continues to share his experience and knowledge with
us."
*Craig Truter, Head of Total Rewards, LumiraDx*
"Michael Rose has written a must-read guide for any reward
professional that wants to take the step up to strategic
management. I particularly enjoyed the case studies at the end of
each chapter, as they bring the content to life in a vivid and
inspirational way, and help the reader visualise how they can put
into practice the key ideas discussed in the book."
*John Lionis, Regional Head of Reward, Chanel*
"As a Generalist HR practitioner, I found Michael's book to be very
comprehensive and easy to apply. The questions within each section
were very useful to stimulate thought around the varying
considerations of reward, without compromising on detail and
clarity. Before using the book, my knowledge of reward was limited
to functional detail, without clear understanding of the why the
various components matter. I would recommend this book to anyone
who needs a comprehensive whistle-stop tour of reward."
*Sharron Harvey, EVP, Head of HR, Gatehouse Bank*
"An invaluable introduction to the world of total reward management
which provides a clear and pragmatic balance between theory and
practice. Michael sets out a solid, thoughtful and personal view
which avoids jargon and which should be embraced as an invaluable
reference point for anyone starting out on their career as a total
reward professional."
*Richard Hortop, Vice President, International Total Reward,
Comcast*
"Michael's practical experience and bent make him an excellent
guide for you through shifting plans and practices, with an
engaging and highly readable writing style. But he is also skilled
and interested in 'how they all fit together' and provides clear,
concise summaries of the major strategic concepts and theories
which should underpin all reward applications. I particularly
recommend him to the students on the CIPD and WorldatWork
programmes that I teach on. But like many experienced reward
consultants, I regularly dip into the contents myself!"
*Dr Duncan Brown, Visiting Professor University of Greenwich,
Principal Associate, IES*
"Michael has applied his deep and wide experience in our profession
to produce a must for academics, consultants and practitioners who
really want to understand the foundation stones of modern reward
principles."
*John Beadle, Global Head of Performance and Reward, ABB*
"How people are rewarded is the subject of increased internal and
external scrutiny. Michael's book will help reward and HR
professionals deal with such scrutiny with confidence, such as
showing that pay systems are fair, that they support business
needs, and deliver a return on the money spent. As well as the
technical side, the book also helps the reader with such practical
issues as how to communicate reward or how to plan the annual pay
review."
*Charles Cotton, Senior adviser for reward and performance, CIPD*
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