About the role
I am currently recruiting for a passionate and experienced Reward Specialist to play a leading role in shaping how my client recognises and supports their colleagues. In this role, you'll design, implement, and manage reward strategies across compensation structures, benefits processes, recognition schemes, and wellbeing initiatives. You'll lead annual reward cycles and act as the go-to expert for complex reward queries, providing trusted advice to HR and business leaders-particularly within operational areas.
What You'll Do
* Shape and evolve the Reward strategy to reflect employee needs, market trends, and business priorities.
* Design and implement new reward initiatives, including benefits enhancements, recognition schemes, and pay/grade structures.
* Provide end-to-end support for reward projects such as system implementations, mergers/TUPEs, and organisational redesigns.
* Act as the primary point of contact for reward queries in Operations, ensuring consistent application of policies.
* Lead benchmarking and grading processes across Operations, ensuring robust data and market alignment.
* Manage annual benefit renewals, including supplier negotiations, system updates, and promotional campaigns.
* Support cyclical reward processes such as pay awards and bonus/commission scheme design, contributing to high-quality data and insights.
* Develop engaging internal campaigns and intranet content to promote reward offerings across benefits, recognition, and wellbeing programmes.
* Maintain accurate reward data and documentation for audits, reporting, and governance.
* Partner with HR Business Partners, senior leaders, suppliers, and external providers to deliver impactful reward solutions.
* Collaborate with Finance and Payroll teams to ensure accurate implementation of reward changes.
* Monitor external reward trends and legislative changes to keep our practices proactive and competitive.
What We're Looking For
* Proven experience in reward strategies and implementation.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
* Knowledge of market benchmarking, grading processes, and benefits management.
* Ability to lead projects and drive continuous improvement.
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