Compensation History

/ˌkɒmpənˈseɪʃən ˈhɪstəri/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A record or account of an individual's prior earnings, benefits, bonuses, and other forms of remuneration.
    The employer reviewed the applicant's compensation history to verify past salary levels.

Forms

  • compensation history
  • compensation histories

Commentary

Compensation history is often used in employment law and human resources for verifying pay equity and negotiating salaries.

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