Retention, engagement & workforce metrics · Working
Adjusted pay gap
Also called: controlled pay gap
ELI5
Pay difference estimated after controlling for specified job and workforce factors.
Used in conversation
“Compare adjusted pay gap with the same cohort and period before drawing a conclusion.”
Pitch context
You will see “Adjusted pay gap” in organisation plans, workforce reviews, change programmes and people reports when the discussion reaches retention, engagement & workforce metrics.
Why it matters: In retention, engagement & workforce metrics, the scope can change what data may be used, who may access it and which controls are required.
Caution
Employment law and workplace practice vary by jurisdiction and agreement.
Sources & evidence · 3
Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — BLS GlossaryDirect source · primary · checked 2026-08-16
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Productivity programmeDirect source · primary · checked 2026-08-16
- OECD — G20/OECD Principles of Corporate Governance 2023Supporting source family · institutional · checked 2026-08-16