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Remuneration Committee

Remit

To determine the broad framework for the remuneration of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in agreement with the Scottish Government.
To determine the remuneration of the CEO, including performance related elements within the scope of the relevant guidance issued by the Scottish Government.
In consultation with the CEO determine the broad framework and level of remuneration for directors taking into account relevant guidance from the Scottish Government.
To confirm the annual increase to the remuneration of the chair and council members within the limit prescribed in the relevant guidance issued by the Scottish Government.
When appropriate, to provide guidance to the CEO in relation to selection and appointment of Senior Director and Directors.
Be alert to the need to make or receive inputs to or from other Council committees or groups about issues which cut across the remits of more than one committee.
Monitor the development and implementation of the Council Executive’s human resource and organisational development strategies, including:
- Staffing of the Council executive.
- Development of the pay remit.
- Subsequent pay negotiations.
- Values development.
- Employee engagement strategies.
- Staff training and development strategies.
- Assist with appeal hearings as per HR policies.