What does this mean in my contract?

Question

I have been at my job for 5 months and have been told i am doing superbly and have been given accounts to handle earlier than expected. So, its pay review time, but nothing has been said to me about an appraisel or haveing a pay reveiw.

Looking at my contract, it states:
"The company reviews salaries annually every May, however, if you join the compnay between the start on the company's financial year (Jan 1st) and May, you do not qualify for review."

Now, I started 4th Dec 06 - should I ask if I qualify??

Answer 1

Seeing that you started Dec 4, you can technically have a pay review. However, if you ask for one, don't necessarily expect a pay raise (too soon probably).

Answer 2

I wouldn't ask if you qualify. It seems clear that you do. But I would maybe inquire how the process works and what you should expect. That way you're telling your supervisor you expect a review, without "demanding" one.

Answer 3

You qualify, so start making noises before you miss the boat. Make sure you have lots of evidence to hand to justify a pay rise, etc.

Answer 4

you shouldn't "ask" if you qualify b/c you clearly do! you started PRIOR to 1/1 and u r eligible for a pay review in may. contact your supervisor and tell him/her you'd like to be reviewed for a pay increase. you deserve it so go get it!

Answer 5

Yes you should ask - I'd say you are up for a review, but today is only the 2nd, give them a few days to get around to it.

Answer 6

Then you do qualify! You should talk with your manager.

Answer 7

wether you qualify or not, if you are doing so well ask anyway... get what you deserve.