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However, all information must be accurate and based on your own experience. We value genuine, honest responses that reflect who you are.\nWhat we can offer you\nTata Steel UK offers their employees significant benefits packages. For this role, you will benefit from:\nA market competitive salary \n35 days holidays per annum \nAnnual Pay Review \nQuarterly Bonus Scheme - subject to business performance \nPrivate Healthcare Scheme (Individual cover) \nOne of the UK’s leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)\nWe also have an extensive list of lifestyle benefits including free onsite parking at all of our sites, an employee assistance programme as well as Employee discount scheme for companies including Vodafone, Jaguar Land Rover and also various local services.\nWhy us?\nTata Steel is one of the world’s top 10 steel producers. 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