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The aim of the present study was to investigate a set of chosen financial reward elements (remuneration, employee benefits and variable pay) to determine whether knowledge workers would perceive them as attractive inducements when considering a job position. Financial rewards such as remuneration have traditionally been a defining feature of an employment relationship. In order to attract knowledge workers and maintain a competitive advantage, it is necessary for organisations to understand whether knowledge workers are attracted to different types and levels of financial rewards. This is applicable in South Africa where the shortage of talent is a largely due to the exodus of scarce skills (human capital) as there are often more lucrative opportunities overseas. 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In order to attract knowledge workers and maintain a competitive advantage, it is necessary for organisations to understand whether knowledge workers are attracted to different types and levels of financial rewards. This is applicable in South Africa where the shortage of talent is a largely due to the exodus of scarce skills (human capital) as there are often more lucrative opportunities overseas. 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