comp and ben

Definition

Shorthand for compensation and benefits that makes HR people feel like insiders while discussing how little they can get away with paying you. It's the package that's supposed to make up for soul-crushing work, but usually just includes dental.

Example Usage

Our comp and ben package is competitive, if you're competing with companies from 1995.

Source: HR compensation terminology

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