General
Remuneration (Loon)
All forms of compensation, both monetary and non-monetary, provided by an employer to an employee for their work.
Definition
In the context of Dutch equal pay law, 'remuneration' (or 'loon') is a comprehensive term encompassing not only basic salary but also all additional and variable components of pay. This includes bonuses, allowances, overtime payments, benefits in kind, pension contributions, and any other economic advantages received by the employee due to their employment. This broad definition is crucial for ensuring that all aspects of compensation are considered when assessing pay equity.