Public sector pay: Chief Executive framework review

Determination of Chief Executive Bands

51. In line with processes set out in the technical guide, determination of a suitable CE pay band in the CE Pay Framework first needs to establish the job weight of the post. A formal job evaluation of the role and responsibilities of the post should be undertaken, and the evaluation score will inform which Pay Band within the Framework the post might sit.

52. From there, a salary range can be determined by considering the job evaluation score in conjunction with comparisons with other public sector CE salary ranges. The review confirms that this remains proportionate. Recommendation is no change to this aspect.

53. The determination of the pay band uses an objective measure, and the setting of a salary range within that band uses both objective and subjective methods. In recent years there have been no submissions arguing for a change in pay band, which would suggest the current assignation method is proportionate and still fit for purpose.

Recommendation 6: The current method of pay band determination is still fit for purpose and no changes are recommended.