European Rewards Analyst: Data-Driven Compensation & Benefits

Seiko Epson Corporation; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Life cover

Gym membership

Employee discounts on Epson and Seiko

Hybrid working

25 days holiday

Job summary

Seiko Epson Corporation is seeking a Compensation Benefits Analyst/Rewards Analyst to support our reward strategy across Europe. You will transform complex data into insights, develop spreadsheet models, benchmark jobs, and support annual reward cycles in a hybrid environment in the UK and Europe.

The role requires advanced Excel, strong analytical skills, and fluent English. You will collaborate with HR teams and external partners to ensure cost-effective and competitive rewards practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in reward (compensation & benefits), ideally international or European context.
• Proficiency in pay benchmarking, job matching with external benchmarking providers.
• Experience supporting annual reward cycles using technology.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills to present data insights.
• Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively with HR teams and external partners.
• Self-motivated with good deadline management.
• Fluent in English; other European languages are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Analyse reward data to provide insights for compensation decisions.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheet models to consolidate and analyse data.
• Perform job matching and benchmarking to assess market positioning.
• Support annual data submissions to benchmarking providers and analyse results.
• Monitor market trends and gather insights from third-party providers.
• Participate in annual reward cycle activities including salary and bonus reviews.
• Update HR systems with key reward data.
• Provide advice on international transfers, assignments, and remote working requests.
• Administer data processing of short-term business visitor travel for compliance.
• Maintain policy, procedure, and process documents.
• Coordinate procurement processes and track the reward budget.
• Participate in projects as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Deadline driven

Tools

Excel

Job description

Seiko Epson Corporation is seeking a Compensation Benefits Analyst/Rewards Analyst to support our reward strategy across Europe. You will transform complex data into insights, develop spreadsheet models, benchmark jobs, and support annual reward cycles in a hybrid environment in the UK and Europe.

The role requires advanced Excel, strong analytical skills, and fluent English. You will collaborate with HR teams and external partners to ensure cost-effective and competitive rewards practices.