Reward and Recognition Specialist Croydon (Go-ahead House) Salary - £45,000 - £55,000 Purpose Of Role This role will support the design and delivery of GTR's cyclical and strategic reward and recognition activity. This includes supporting delivery of the annual pay compensation processes, job evaluation, pay benchmarking, benefits management, developing and maintaining pay structures and supporting with long service awards and recognition schemes. Key Accountabilities Support the Reward and Recognition Manager with the delivery of GTR's reward and recognition activities and processes Maintain the grading structure for Managerial and Administrative staff. Maintain the job description database and provide guidance and advice to stakeholders on creating meaningful and inclusive job descriptions. Undertake job evaluation for new roles or roles that undergo significant change. Support the planning and delivery of annual pay review cycles including collectively bargained and Management & Admin grades Timely and accurate completion and submission of group / industry salary surveys External market salary benchmarking Pay / cost scenario modelling to support reward BAU activity and wider reward strategy Support the development of reward guidance and processes such as secondments, allowances and overtime Pay Gap analysis, working in partnership with Talent, Diversity & Inclusion on pay gap reporting. Work closely with Data Analytics and IT to develop reward reports and dashboards through power BI. Manage, review effectiveness, and continuously improve all recognition processes including peer-to-peer ‘thank you', instant awards, long service awards, award nominations and social recognition. Work closely with the Employee Communications and Engagement team to co-deliver recognition plans, including events such as the long service awards and Star Awards. Work collaboratively with People Partners through the provision of reward expertise as required (ad-hoc or projects) Support with the ongoing management and review of high value GTR benefits contracts and wellbeing provision Promote GTR's benefits to employees in partnership with employee comms and engagement Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including 3rd party suppliers Support with contractual, commercial and procurement activities Deputise for the Reward & Recognition Manager as required Knowledge, Skills And Experience Experience in a Reward environment, or as a HR generalist Analytical skills with a keen eye for detail Strong excel skills with the ability to undertake complex data analysis, and clearly present findings Excellent organisational skills and ability to work on projects Strong interpersonal/communication and relationship building skills Experience of compensation surveys and market data analysis Proactive problem solver with the ability to work alone Ability to think creatively about employee recognition and solutions Strong attention to detail with a keen in interest in the Reward and People profession