Compensation and Benefits Manager - 15 month FTCSalary - 45,000 per yearMy client is a is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems and is at the forefront of contributing to safer, more sustainable aviation for current and future generations The role:TEAM MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP Deliver solutions in a timely manner that are aligned to the commercial needs of the business and the engagement of motivated employees.Lead and manage a high performing Compensation & Benefits team, supporting development to reach individual potential. Adapt priorities and departmental plans to address resource and operational challenges. Support the HR Director in delivering the strategy for C&B for the business and work with key stakeholders to understand needs and deliver a professional and commercially sound HR service COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Be the expert ‘go to' person for all strategic C&B information and work alongside the senior teams to understand their needs for today & tomorrow Analyse market trends to ensure our compensation packages remain competitive. Anticipate and plan for long-term resource C&B changes, needs and trends Work within a matrix organisation and handle complex information from different sources. Work with the HRBP team to develop and implement pay structures Deliver annual and adhoc salary changes and initiatives Complete the annual Compensation Surveys and analyse results to ensure salaries are aligned with the business strategy. Working with the HRD and SLT, to provide a robust salary alignment for the business. Support the preparation of new job evaluations to align with the pay structure Accountable for and actively drive the annual benefits cycle, scheme renewals and supplier selection. Support Managers with the annual bonus campaign.Support the wider HR team with non-standard queries relating to compensation and benefits PAYROLLProvide cover when required to check all fixed changes to the payroll and sign off the payroll from a HR perspective. Oversee the provision of information to payroll. BUDGETS Responsible for the Compensation & Benefits budget. SECURITY VETTING Accountable for the overseeing of compliance with the site security requirements, including DBS and international criminality checks. CUSTOMER SERVICE Maximise visibility and value of effective reward strategies, policies, and processes by providing effective compensation communications materials and advice across the organisationSupport the team to provide timely, accurate and pragmatic advice to all employees as required What we're looking forESSENTIAL Previous experience in a Compensation or Benefits role and experience of HR and payroll systems. Experience in benchmarking and job evaluation, ideally using Willis Towers Watson. Well-developed interpersonal skills and able to deal confidently and appropriately with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to oversee multiple projects and timelines in a fast-paced work environment. Ability to work with minimal supervision and navigate through ambiguity.Strong IT skills, including HRM systems and Microsoft Office Packages High attention to detail DESIRABLE Advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, charts, macros, & v look-up)Experience of operating in an international matrix organisationAt least CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience) or working towards with a commitment to CPD, keeping up to date with current affairs, industry developments and related matters. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment (or similar) and working with Trade Unions would be an advantage. Experience of managing a Compensation & Benefits strategy and being responsible for the HR elements of payroll QUALIFICATIONSEducated to at least Level 3 (AS/A Level or Level 3 qualification)