"What makes this year 'bonus year' and how do you get your bonus scheme working harder for you. Firstly, the economy tells us it is. The UK economy is in a bit of flux, although we have seen stability over the last year or so...The volatile world economy, failing oil prices and the impending EU referendum is unsettling businesses...That results in cautious business leaders and low pay increases and pay review budgets for HR to manage. So with no big pay increases you need to look at other ways to reward your top talent..."