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About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 17 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.
Full -Time | Permanent | Remote
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 17 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.
About The Role
We are looking for a strategic Reward Partner who brings a global mindset, strong technical knowledge in both reward and benefits, and a partnership focused, proactive approach.
This is an exciting opportunity to support the Europe & USA region, driving meaningful reward initiatives and shaping fair, competitive practices in a busy, people-focused organisation.
You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, analyse complex data, manage key projects, and play a pivotal role in aligning reward strategies with Cognita’s inclusive and high-performing culture.
This role is ideal for someone who is:
* Internationally experienced and culturally aware
* Collaborative and engaging
* Brings a composed, personable approach with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
* Comfortable working at pace and juggling multiple priorities
* Genuinely passionate about creating a positive employee experience
What you will be doing:
* Delivering clear, pragmatic advice on Reward & Benefits policies.
* Collaborating with HR teams across countries, to ensure alignment in communication and delivery
* Design and implement KPIs that support equitable and strategic reward decisions
* Monitor legislative changes and assess their impact on compensation and benefits
* Support the annual pay award process and job evaluation activities
* Lead compensation benchmarking using internal data and external reward surveys
* Deliver UK gender pay gap reporting and support global ESG-linked reward projects
* Manage benefits renewal processes and relationships with providers, recommending improvements aligned to our employee value proposition
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Who we are looking for:
Experience:
* Substantial experience in a Reward, Compensation, and Benefits at partner or Senior Advisor level.
* Proven experience working with multiple countries.
* Excellent project management skills and stakeholder engagement experience
Skills & Attributes:
* Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities
* Exceptional communicator with a strong team ethos and people-first mindset
* Organised, agile and comfortable managing competing demands
* Naturally solutions-driven and committed to continuous improvement
* High personal integrity and professionalism
* Confident working both independently and as part of a remote global team
Benefits At Cognita
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
* GPPP Pension
* Life Assurance
* 25 Days Holiday (plus bank holidays)
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Employee Discounts Site
* Professional Subscriptions reimbursement
How To Apply
Complete your application before the closing date: 07/08/2025.
We encourage early applications, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date for the right applicant.
Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
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