Darktrace is a global leader in AI for cybersecurity that keeps organizations ahead of the changing threat landscape every day. Founded in 2013, Darktrace provides the essential cybersecurity platform protecting nearly 10,000 organizations from unknown threats using its proprietary AI. The Darktrace Active AI Security Platform™ delivers a proactive approach to cyber resilience to secure the business across the entire digital estate – from network to cloud to email. Breakthrough innovations from our R&D teams have resulted in over 200 patent applications filed. Darktrace’s platform and services are supported by over 2,400 employees around the world. To learn more, visit http://www.darktrace.com. &xa;&xa; Job D escription : This is a 12- to 15-month contract joining our small but mighty Reward team and a great opportunity for someone looking to play a key role in continuing our reward systems and pay data transformation project. Working as part of the Reward Team and in close collaboration with the wider People and Talent Acquisition Teams, you will play an important, hands-on role in shaping how we benchmark salaries, define pay ranges, and analyse compensation across our global business. This is a full-time role based in Cambridge, with a hybrid working model typically 3 days per week in the office. We’re open to flexibility, this role can be considered part-time (4 days per week) for the right candidate. What Will I Be Doing: You’ll be at the heart of our compensation and pay data transformation project, helping us build robust, transparent, and equitable reward systems. Your responsibilities will include: Salary Benchmarking & Market Analysis - Conducting internal and external benchmarking using Aon Radford surveys and other sources to ensure competitive and fair compensation across global teams. Job Evaluation & Pay Range Management - Collaborating with HR and Talent Acquisition to evaluate roles and maintain consistent pay ranges aligned with career paths and internal relativities. Workday Job Profile Catalogue- Maintaining and enhancing our job profile library in Workday, including job grades, compensation structures, and eligibility rules. Reward Calendar Activities - Supporting and eventually leading key reward processes such as annual pay reviews, bonus awards, and incentive planning. Pay Transparency & EDI Analysis- Staying informed on global pay transparency legislation and contributing to internal equity analysis, identifying trends and recommending actions. Survey Submissions & Vendor Collaboration- Coordinating submissions to external pay and benefits surveys, working closely with internal stakeholders like the Global Benefits Lead and Commissions Team. What Experience Do I Need: We’re looking for someone with a strong foundation in compensation and reward, ideally from a fast-paced, global tech environment. You’ll succeed in this role by bringing: Experience in compensation, preferably in tech Familiarity with Aon Radford Global Tech & Sales Surveys Knowledge of structured job evaluation (Aon Radford preferred) Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, xlookups, data visualization) Proficiency in HRIS systems, ideally Workday HCM & Advanced Compensation Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Ability to communicate complex data clearly to non-technical audiences A structured, proactive approach to stakeholder collaboration Bonus Experience: Workday job architecture and Advanced Compensation configuration Managing compensation across US and global markets Executive pay benchmarking HR/reward qualifications or broader HR experience &xa;&xa; Benefits: 23 days’ holiday all public holidays, rising to 25 days after 2 years of service, Additional day off for your birthday, Private medical insurance which covers you, your cohabiting partner and children, Life insurance of 4 times your base salary, Salary sacrifice pension scheme, Enhanced family leave, Confidential Employee Assistance Program, Cycle to work scheme.