Compensation Manager

PwC; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Private medical cover

Virtual GP access

Volunteering days

Job summary

PwC is seeking a Compensation Manager within Internal Firm Services in Birmingham. You will lead the annual salary review and firmwide reward projects, while partnering with stakeholders to shape pay strategy and policy.

The role combines operational delivery with policy work and strategic projects in a professional services environment. You will coach junior colleagues, manage complex queries, and apply strong Excel/data analytics.

Qualifications

• Proven, demonstrable reward experience at manager level with strong technical skills, knowledge of best practice and a broad understanding of commercial and business issues.
• Previous analytical experience in a professional environment.
• Proficient/advanced Excel including complex formulas, vlookups and graphs.
• Experience using Alteryx and PowerBI would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Managing the annual salary review process and firmwide reward projects.
• Supporting external market benchmarking.
• Coaching and supervising junior team members.
• Managing reward and compensation queries.

Skills

Reward management

Stakeholder management

Excel advanced

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Salary review

Education

Degree in HR or Business

Tools

Alteryx

Power BI

Job description

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Human Capital (HC)

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

About the role:

This is a key role within our internal Reward, Performance, Benefits & Wellbeing (RPBW) team. This team provides reward support and advice to the UK firm on internal reward policy and operations. The RPBW team is part of the firm’s People Function community and consists of a group of 25 people including analysts, managers and senior managers reporting to the RPBW Director. We are now looking for an experienced compensation manager to join the team on a permanent basis. The role consists of a need to combine reward expertise (particularly in employee pay and bonus strategy, policy and execution) with stakeholder management. The role will cover both operational, policy and more strategic firmwide reward projects as well as the annual salary review process. It will also include dealing with complex day to day queries as the need arises. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate strong analytical, written and commercial skills plus experience of dealing with a range of stakeholders. This is a business orientated role and would suit an individual who is enthusiastic and keen to strengthen their reward and project management skills in an operational environment. We are looking for someone with strong previous experience from either a consultancy or corporate environment. You will need to demonstrate good knowledge and understanding of reward principles and their organisational impact.

What your days will look like:

• Managing the annual salary review process and firmwide reward projects.
• Supporting external market benchmarking.
• Coaching and supervising junior team members.
• Managing reward and compensation queries.

This role is for you if:

• Proven, demonstrable reward experience at manager level with strong technical skills, knowledge of best practice and a broad understanding of commercial and business issues.
• Previous analytical experience in a professional environment.
• Proven competent/advanced Excel spreadsheet skills including an ability to manipulate large volumes of data. Ability to work with complex formulas, vlookups, and graphs is essential.
• Experience in utilising wider data analytical tools such as Alteryx and PowerBI would be desirable.

What you’ll receive from us:

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.

Education

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Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications

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Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, AI Fluency, AI-Human Collaboration, Analytical Thinking, Bonus Program Design, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Benchmarking, Compensation Strategy, Compensation Structuring, Creativity, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Digital Tooling, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Equity Compensation, Executive Compensation, Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Human Resources (HR) Policies {+ 21 more}

Desired Languages

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Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

October 2, 2026