HR Manager Merit Increase Memo
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Write a merit increase communication memo for managers.

Details:
- Review year: [year]
- Effective date: [date]
- Budget: [% payroll]
- Eligible: [criteria]

To: All People Managers
From: HR
Re: [Year] Merit Increase Process

1. OVERVIEW
   - Process summary
   - Key dates

2. BUDGET
   - Total available
   - By performance:
     Exceeds: [%] to [%]
     Meets: [%] to [%]
     Below: 0%

3. ELIGIBILITY
   - Tenure minimum
   - Performance rating
   - Employment status

4. TIMELINE
   - Manager submission: [date]
   - HR review: [dates]
   - Approvals: [date]
   - Notifications: [date]
   - Effective: [date]

5. MANAGER ACTIONS
   - Submit via [system]
   - Documentation required
   - Employee conversations
   - Do not disclose until approved

6. EQUITY REVIEW
   - Pay equity check
   - High performer focus
   - Market adjustments

7. SUPPORT
   - Questions: [HR contact]
   - Training: [dates]
   - System guide: [link]

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