Job Grades and Bands

Strategic Job Leveling: Six Broad Bands for Clear Responsibility Scope and Enhanced Workforce Management

The implementation of six broad bands (1-6) to categorize levels of jobs by their scope of responsibility is a crucial aspect of organizational structure and workforce management. By consistently applying these six bands across all job frameworks and roles, the organization establishes a transparent, uniform system for defining and understanding the level of responsibility and complexity associated with each position.

  • This standardization facilitates easier comparison and alignment of roles, aids in career progression planning, and ensures fairness and transparency in job evaluation and compensation.
  • Each band, representing a distinct level of responsibility, from entry-level (Band 1) to executive leadership (Band 6), helps categorize employees in a way that reflects their impact, decision-making authority, and the breadth of their responsibilities.

This approach streamlines HR processes and helps employees understand their current position and potential career paths within the organization, enhancing overall job clarity and satisfaction. These bands are customizable by each organization.

 IDJob Band NameJob Band Description
1Executive ManagementVision, policy, strategy, and direction setting; Enterprise and industry view; Driving organizational goals
2Senior ManagementStrategy formulation; Vision implementation; Operational responsibility; Cost and risk management; Enterprise view
3Management; Senior Level ConsultingFunctional, technical or process leadership; Management of multiple teams; High complexity and ambiguity; Tactical responsibilities
4First Line Management; Senior ProfessionalTeam or technical supervision; Expertise and experience with complex technical activities; Project management and consulting
5Team Leadership; Technical ProfessionalDifficult technical tasks; Implementation experience; Self-sufficiency; Small project responsibility; Technical supervision
6Technician, Trainee, AdministratorRoutine technical or administrative tasks;  Follows procedures; Operates under supervision