We are looking for a senior HR leader to take on the role of Assistant Director – Reward & Recognition, leading the pay, reward, and job evaluation process across a major organisation. This is a pivotal position, responsible for delivering a fair, compliant and sustainable Reward & Recognition strategy, aligned to financial and organisational priorities. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and delivery of the organisation-wide Reward & Recognition strategy Oversee job evaluation, equal pay risk and reward governance frameworks Provide expert leadership on pay policy, compliance and employment legislation Lead on complex workforce cost modelling and reward insight Manage collective bargaining and negotiations with Trade Unions Drive continuous improvement across reward, compliance and policy Deputise for the Director of Industrial & Employee Relations as required About You Significant senior experience in reward, pay or recognition in a large, complex organisation Deep knowledge of equal pay, job evaluation and employment law Strong track record in leading and managing risk in reward frameworks Exceptional stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills CIPD Level 7 qualified (or equivalent experience) Why Apply? This is an opportunity to shape critical reward frameworks and address complex legacy challenges within a high-profile organisation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk