It seems the new HR Director doesn't know very much at all.  One of her team finally confirmed after 3 years there is a salary scale and it seems I was brought in at the mid point where all of the other secretaries have remained.

Bizarre to say the least.  Now asking for clarification on what it takes to move up the scale.  Information not forthcoming so far.

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Oh and the individual who suggested I was moving with his team, has been reprimanded.  Progress?