Performance and Reward Lead

Nine; North Sydney Council; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Australia is seeking a Remuneration / Reward Specialist to develop and implement competitive pay frameworks and collaborate across departments. The ideal candidate will bring substantial experience in remuneration principles and stakeholder management. The role offers flexibility in working arrangements and is integral to nurturing a high-performance culture. Join us to make a positive impact on employee engagement and reward structure.

Benefits

18 weeks paid parental leave

Employee Exclusives program

Digital newspaper subscription

Annual Stan subscription voucher

Qualifications

• Proven experience in remuneration within a complex organisation.
• Strong understanding of market benchmarking methodologies.
• Ability to interpret data and present actionable insights.
• Skills to manage confidential and sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Support design and administration of remuneration programs.
• Drive market analysis for competitive compensation.
• Assist in development of reward policies.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and People functions.
• Utilise internal systems for analytics.

Skills

Experience as a Remuneration / Reward Specialist

Knowledge of remuneration principles

Strong analytical skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Confident communication skills

Job description

Company Description

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands.

Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.

Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.

Job Description

The Performance and Reward team at Nine is growing, and this is an opportunity to be part of a team that’s building from the ground up. We are the strategic enablers of our high-performance culture. Our primary focus is to design and implement fair, transparent, and competitive total reward frameworks—from salary and incentives to comprehensive benefits—that are fully aligned with business strategy. Join us to leverage market data, drive pay equity, and establish clear job architecture and career pathways that define the employee value proposition and drive engagement.

Responsibilities

• Remuneration Program Management: Support the design, governance, and administration of all remuneration programs, including fixed pay, Short-Term Incentives (STIs), and benefits, ensuring robust governance and data-driven decision-making throughout the annual cycle.
• Market Competitiveness & Pay Equity: Drive proactive market analysis and benchmarking to ensure competitive and equitable compensation. Actively contribute to the pay equity analysis process, providing strategic insights to senior leaders and the People and Remuneration Committee.
• Policy & Process Ownership: Assist in the development and continuous improvement of reward policies and guidelines, ensuring all practices maintain full compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory obligations.
• Strategic Collaboration & Reporting: Act as a subject matter expert, collaborating closely with Finance, Legal, and People functions. Prepare and present data and analysis to support the Remuneration Committee's reporting requirements and strategic decisions.
• Data & Systems Leverage: Utilise internal systems (e.g. Workday) and external data to deliver robust analytics and actionable insights, ensuring transparent and compliant reward practices are supported by solid data.

Qualifications

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience as a Remuneration / Reward Specialist or in a similar role within a complex organisation, with a strong understanding of remuneration principles, market benchmarking methodologies, and benefits administration.
• Knowledge of corporate governance requirements and relevant Australian workplace compliance related to remuneration.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present clear and actionable insights, whilst identifying opportunities to streamline processes and drive efficiencies.
• The ability to partner effectively with stakeholders to support, educate and collaborate on the best strategies that support their attraction and retention needs.
• Confident communication skills, with a natural curiosity and the drive to challenge others when needed, ensuring the best outcome for our business.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with integrity and discretion.

Additional Information

How we work

At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.

Our employee benefits include:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers.
• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.

More info at Nine Careers.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.

Closing date: COB Monday, Oct 13