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Performance, pay & rewards · Working

Demotion

Also called: downward move

ELI5

Movement to a role or level with reduced scope or status.

Used in conversation

“Can we make demotion accountable for one clear decision?”

Pitch context

You will see “Demotion” in organisation plans, workforce reviews, change programmes and people reports when the discussion reaches performance, pay & rewards.

Why it matters: In performance, pay & rewards, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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