Senior managers enjoy more perks than their higher-ranking colleagues, according to a new report from Hinckley-based employment data firm Croner.

Senior managers work anything up to 12.5 hours less than directors and staff but gain more in benefits, says to the survey.

Croner's findings show 80 per cent of managers of large-sized companies get a company car with a list price average of £25,525, two per cent longer service holiday increment than operative staff, £1 more for breakfast, £5 more for dinner and £18 more for overnight business trips.

Furthermore, 72 per cent are in a final salary scheme as opposed to 49 per cent and 39 per cent of directors and operatives respectively. Senior managers pay less in tax than directors, which could mean they get better overall salaries and pensions.

Croner business director Andrew Walker said: "These latest results are very much in line with patterns we are seeing across terms and conditions generally."

Source: This Is Leicestershire

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