Annual Review Conversation (ARC)

The Annual Review Conversation (ARC) is an opportunity for staff to have a discussion with their line manager, focusing on everything they need to thrive at work. Building on regular one-to-ones, the conversation is designed to be meaningful and constructive, recognising ongoing contributions and planning for the future based on individual and departmental needs and aspirations.

The conversation is at the centre of the ARC. The process has been set up to ensure that conversation is as effective and efficient as possible rather than get in the way of it. So, you may need to adapt the process to meet your needs.

3 steps

ARC STEP 1 BANNER 2024 JDR

ARC Preparation Form

Start the process by completing the ARC Preparation Form.
This form will help you set the agenda for your meeting by choosing the topics you want to discuss.
Once you submit the form, it will be automatically emailed to you and your manager.

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ARC STEP 2 BANNER 2024 JDR

ARC Outcome Form

Fill out the ARC Outcome Form with all the actions from the conversation, and share this with your manager:

ARC STEP 3 BANNER 2024 JDR

ARC Completion Form

This form is for line managers to record and confirm that the ARC meeting has taken place.
Please note that if you have more than one direct report, you will need to submit this form for each individual, confirming that the ARC meeting has taken place.

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You may wish to download this Word version of the ARC Preparation Form - Questions List to assist you with step 1.
However, this document should only be used to prepare for the online Form and should not be used in its place.

For a more in-depth, step-by-step guide, see the checklist for both Individuals and Managers.

step-by-step guides

ARC Line Manager's Checklist

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ARC Staff Checklist

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ARC Manager's Question Bank

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