Work Perks in Japan: be creative in compensating your staff!

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“Although salary may still be the first thing job seekers look at when scanning potential positions, perks and benefits are being increasingly recognised as crucial ways for companies to attract and retain staff, as well as keep employees happy and productive. While generous expat packages for even mid-level employees at foreign firms in Tokyo may be a distant bubble-era memory, both local and overseas companies are finding creative ways to compensate workers ….  As bonuses have become less variable and salaries have evened out, benefits have become more important than ever.”    (Source: EUROBIZ Newsletter)

Basic salary vs Bonus vs Perks/Benefits? What are your expectations? What is the trend in your Japan office? Is your company innovating in that field? What are your preferences and why?

Read more from:  http://eurobiz.jp/feature/work-perks/